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Sentiment influences belief from "summary" of A Treatise of Human Nature: Texts by David Hume

In our daily experience, we often find that our beliefs about the world are influenced by our sentiments or emotions. When we have a strong feeling towards something, whether it be love, fear, or anger, it can color our perception and judgment of that thing. This is because our sentiments have the power to sway our beliefs in a particular direction, even in the absence of strong evidence or reasoning. For example, if we have a deep affection for a person, we may be more inclined to believe in their honesty and trustworthiness, even if there are indications to the contrary. On the other hand, if we have a strong aversion towards a certain idea or concept, we may be quick...
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    A Treatise of Human Nature: Texts

    David Hume

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