General Philosophy 5.2 The Traditional Analysis of Knowledge
Nov 29, 2010
Dive into the intriguing world of knowledge, where the traditional analysis of justified true belief (JTB) is dissected. Explore the delicate balance between knowledge and belief, pondering whether one can possess knowledge without conscious awareness. The conversation unveils the complexities of justification and sheds light on externalism, questioning how even unseen justifications can validate what we know. This thought-provoking dialogue challenges your perceptions of truth and prompts a deeper understanding of how we comprehend knowledge.
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Traditional Knowledge Definition
- Knowledge traditionally means justified true belief (JTB): the proposition is true, believed, and justified.
- A.J. Ayer adds you must be sure and have the right to be sure to count as knowledge.
Knowledge and Truth Necessity
- Knowledge requires the proposition to be true, but the truth need not be necessary truth.
- You know things like 'I exist', which are true but contingently so.
The Hexagonal France Example
- Saying "I know France is hexagonal" can be true or false depending on how precisely you define 'hexagonal'.
- Clarity in terms can resolve apparent contradictions about knowledge claims.