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Episode #084 ... William James on Truth

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Jun 14, 2016
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INSIGHT

Subjective Values

  • Modernly, concepts like beauty and good are seen as subjective.
  • They are adjectives describing human experiences, not objective truths.
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Truth as Adjective

  • William James suggests that truth might also be subjective, like beauty or good.
  • He questions whether truth is an objective entity or a human experience.
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Tender vs. Tough Minds

  • William James categorizes people as "tender-minded" or "tough-minded."
  • These types differ in their approach to truth, creating tension.
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