Faith Quote by Bilahari P S Kausikan
““My argument is only that the intensity of belief in an idea or the reach of its acceptance is no guarantee of its validity. Truth if it exists, is always situational and conditional and thus at best only partially, temporarily and contingently ‘true’.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophical discourse on truth
Truth is not absolute; it depends on context and conditions, so belief intensity or widespread acceptance does not guarantee correctness.
In simple terms: Truth is conditional and situational.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions and seek evidence.
Themes
epistemology
relativism
philosophy
logic
truth
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
skeptical
Type
statement
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic debates
- policy making
- personal convictions
- scientific research
Key Concepts
conditional truth
situational validity
belief vs. evidence
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports your belief?
- How do context changes affect truth?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on belief can lead to dogmatism.
