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Self-evident truth is a damaging expression
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The expression "self-evident truth" can cause more harm than good since it can lead to a distorted view of human nature instead of a moderate sense of skepticism that acknowledges that we may not know everything. Historical knowledge and a better understanding of human nature are essential to deriving truth, which cannot always be considered self-evident.
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The idea of self-evident truth is harmful as it promotes the belief that everything is known, instead of allowing for moderate skepticism and acknowledging that knowledge is not complete.
1:06:30 - 1:07:45 (01:14)
Summary
The idea of self-evident truth is harmful as it promotes the belief that everything is known, instead of allowing for moderate skepticism and acknowledging that knowledge is not complete. The truths derived from historical knowledge and understanding of human nature are important achievements of enlightened thinking but cannot be considered self-evident.
ChapterSelf-evident truth is a damaging expression
Episode#256 – Nationalism Debate: Yaron Brook and Yoram Hazony
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker disagrees with Rousseau's view of human nature and the social contract, while acknowledging similarities with other philosophers.
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The speaker disagrees with Rousseau's view of human nature and the social contract, while acknowledging similarities with other philosophers. Jefferson and Payne are mentioned as being in France during a revolution.
ChapterSelf-evident truth is a damaging expression
Episode#256 – Nationalism Debate: Yaron Brook and Yoram Hazony
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This episode discusses the difference between the individualistic nature of the American Revolution and the fraternity-egalitarian notion of the French Revolution.
1:09:53 - 1:11:37 (01:44)
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This episode discusses the difference between the individualistic nature of the American Revolution and the fraternity-egalitarian notion of the French Revolution.