Lesson 4 - Skepticism Flashcards
1
Q
What is the big idea of Skepticism?
A
No one knows anything for sure, so just do what works.
2
Q
What does skepticism mean?
A
Seekers of the peaceful life, rather than truth and knowledge
3
Q
What is the Skeptic epistemology?
A
Rejection of dogmatism and objective truth
- equal arguments can be offered on both sides
- Solution is to suspend judgment
4
Q
What is the Skeptic’s ethic?
A
- Absolute moral knowledge is impossible, but it’s also difficult to withhold judgment
- The best we can hope for is probability
- Very pragmatic approach to the moral life
