About this episode

The episode explores John Locke's examination of knowledge and the limits of human understanding in his work 'Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV'.

John Locke's "Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV" delves into the nature of knowledge and probability, exploring the limits of human understanding and the concepts of judgment and faith. Locke raises essential questions about the existence of universal propositions and the interplay between reason and enthusiasm. These themes remain relevant today as we navigate a world filled with information and differing beliefs, prompting us to reflect on the foundations of our knowledge and the nature of truth.

Topics covered

• knowledge
• probability
• human understanding
• judgment
• faith
• truth

Keywords

• John Locke
• knowledge
• probability
• judgment
• faith
• universal propositions
• truth

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV

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