Axiom of Comprehension

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Axiom of Comprehension



An axiom schema of set theory which states: if P(x) is a property then

x : P

is a set. I.e. all the things with some property form a set.

Acceptance of this axiom leads to Russell's Paradox which is why Zermelo set theory replaces it with a restricted form.

(1995-03-31)