Medieval Perspective on Sensation and Knowledge Acquisition

Exploring the contrasting viewpoints of Aquinas and Avicenna on the nature of souls and their impact on sensation. Delving into skeptical arguments related to false beliefs induced by external entities and the role of intellect in discerning reality from deception. Contrasting the medieval trust in cognitive capacities with early modern skepticism, highlighting the departure of Descartes towards a more modern, skeptical approach.