Although, however, Hobbes's theory of Predication…
““Although, however, Hobbes's theory of Predication, according to the well-known remark of Leibnitz, and the avowal of Hobbes himself, 32 renders truth and falsity completely arbitrary, with no standard but the will of men, it must not be concluded that either Hobbes, or any of the other thinkers who have in the main agreed with him, did in fact consider the distinction between truth and error as less real, or attached less importance to it, than other people.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Hobbes’s view that truth depends on will makes truth arbitrary, but he still regarded truth‑error distinction as real and important.
In simple terms: Truth isn’t just will, but still matters.
Key Takeaway
Recognize truth’s importance despite relativism.
Themes
philosophy
truth
relativism
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic discourse
- political theory
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can truth be both subjective and objective?
- How do we set standards?
A Different Perspective
Relativism can erode shared standards.