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Week 2

About truth and facts:

March 6 2020 
Is there a difference between ‘knowing’ something and ‘having knowledge’ of something?
Knowing something and having knowledge is like the difference between an open and closed question. Eg I know that the sky is blue but i dont know why it is blue or how its made up.

What is ‘truth?

Truth is the opposite of a lie. But what is truth can be different based on the perception of the individual. 

What do we really mean when we say something is ‘true’?


It means that it is believed or perceived that this is what is.
Is there a difference between knowing something is ‘true’ and believing that something is ‘true’?
Subjective and objective.

What is the difference between subjective and objective ‘truth’?

Subjective truth is not confirmed by science & depends on one’s opinion or belief & may be true or false, whereas objective truth is confirmed by science & universally accepted. Whether it is subjective or objective, the truth is only relative & “Realistic”, based on time, place & circumstances & “Absolute Truth” is beyond the reach of humanity, as it is shrouded in mystery.

What is a fact’ and can ‘facts’ change ?


A fact is a type of truth and a fact can change depending on future events
How do we discover if something is ‘true’ or not?
Depending on what sort of truth we are talking about means that your discovery of truth will be different

“We do not see things as they are but as we are” Anais Nin. What does this mean?

This means that our perception of something or someone is based purely on our own ideas and how we are and how we see the world. 
“Reality is an illusion, albeit a very persistent one” (Einstein) What does this mean?
Reality is based on what each individual perceives it to be. But certain rules apply to multiple peoples and their own realities

Is there a difference between ‘true’ and ‘valid’?

Valid is simply getting someone else to agree to your truth by way validation.


Comments

  1. larsoliverdam28 April 2020 at 21:44

    Interesting - but I think that you have missed out on quite a few postings?

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  2. larsoliverdam14 May 2020 at 15:41

    I am getting worried - you need to make regular postings to pass this assignment. And you need to pass with at least 40% to pass the course!

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