
489. Light of the Mind, Light of the World: Illuminating Science Through Faith | Spencer Klavan
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Perception, Truth, and Consciousness
This chapter examines the philosophical issues raised by Francis Bacon regarding perception and the nature of truth. It discusses the limitations of human senses, contrasting them with the scientific method while exploring the deterministic views of Laplace in connection to consciousness. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the relationship between language and existence in the creation narrative, critiquing postmodern perspectives on unity and truth through artistic and sensory examples.
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