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“So I do, of course, reject much that is central not only to the psychology of Descartes and Kant, but to their epistemology as well. No doubt, the best available theories of today will look primitive in comparison with what we are in a position to understand hundreds of years from now.” quote by Hilary Kornblith
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“So I do, of course, reject much that is central not only to the psychology of Descartes and Kant, but to their epistemology as well. No doubt, the best available theories of today will look primitive in comparison with what we are in a position to understand hundreds of years from now.”

Hilary Kornblith

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Current theories will seem primitive compared to future understanding.

In simple terms: Knowledge evolves rapidly.

Key Takeaway

Stay open to new ideas.

Themes

philosophy epistemology progress

Mood

inquisitive hopeful

Type

philosophical academic

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • technology development

Key Concepts

cognitive science future studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • What assumptions might we be missing?
  • How can we prepare for paradigm shifts?
A Different Perspective

Future insights may still be limited by current biases.

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