The search for universal axioms seems to be a role played by almost all philosophers. Reading them, or listening to a loud discussion, we might question ourselves: What if we could touch the reality at the same time? We probably would not have many of those disagreements that entertain some skeptical thinkers. The inventions made by humans are fascinating; at least for those kinds of spectator that seem to be mesmerized while witnessing the fights and disputes for the truth. Such kind of event seems to be always marked by the pleasant reflections we make after contemplating understanding machines at work. Human minds in action, making an effort at every second to stay coherent, trying to appease solipsistic fights between passions and purposes in order to demonstrate the universal truth that resides inside of each one´s mind. Everyone who believes in possessing a universal truth must agree that the perfect place for it is not in his mind. Continue Lendo
With all the Colors of Eloquence: understanding, sympathy, and sentiments in Hume´s Treatise – Número 97 – 05/2013 – [47-54]
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