A theoretical system does not merely state facts which have been observed and that logically...#Talcott Parsons
Thus, in general, in the first instance, the direction of interest in empirical fact will...#Talcott Parsons
The system becomes logically closed when each of the logical implications which can be derived...#Talcott Parsons
The importance of certain problems concerning the facts will be inherent in the structure of...#Talcott Parsons
The implications of these considerations justify the statement that all empirically verifiable knowledge even the...#Talcott Parsons
The hypothesis may be put forward, to be tested by the s subsequent investigation, that...#Talcott Parsons
The functions of the family in a highly differentiated society are not to be interpreted...#Talcott Parsons
The conception that, instead of this, contemporary society is at or near a turning point...#Talcott Parsons
