Ep. 353: Reid on Visual Knowledge (Part Two)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Philosophy of Perception: Resemblance and Reality
This chapter explores the philosophical debate surrounding the concept of resemblance in sensory perception, particularly in visual knowledge. It challenges the notion that perception is inherently tied to resemblance, highlighting contrasting views on how different senses, especially sight and touch, interact with reality. The discussions engage with the criticisms of idealism and skepticism, arguing for a realistic understanding of external reality that goes beyond mere sensory experience.
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