Reason alone cannot establish truths about the world from "summary" of An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding by David Hume
Reason, as it is understood by many, is the faculty that allows us to discern truths about the world. It is often seen as the tool we use to establish facts and make sense of the world around us. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that reason alone is not sufficient to establish truths about the world. When we rely solely on reason to establish truths, we are limited by the scope of our own understanding. Our reasoning is based on our experiences, beliefs, and assumptions, which are inherently subjective and limited. We cannot claim to have access to universal truths simply by using reason, as our reasoning is influenced by our own biases and preconceptions.
Furthermore, reason is based on t...
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