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Discourse on Method

Why Theory

CHAPTER

Understanding Radical Doubt and the Influence of 'I Think Therefore I Am'

This chapter explores the concept of radical doubt and its connection to a shared zero point. The speakers discuss the influence of the saying 'I think therefore I am', and why it is often referred to in Latin instead of its original French. They also delve into the translation and interpretation of philosophical texts, highlighting the importance of maintaining the spirit of the work.

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