Episode 154: Wilfrid Sellars on the Myth of the Given
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Exploring Knowledge and Perception
This chapter examines the intricate distinctions between sensory experience and knowledge, particularly focusing on the logical relationships in language such as 'it is red' versus 'it looks red.' It highlights how a child's cognitive development and cultural context contribute to their understanding of the world, raising philosophical inquiries about the foundations of knowledge within linguistic frameworks.
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