Animal Quote by Ernest Sosa
“Animal knowledge is metaphysically constituted by apt belief, by belief whose correctness manifests the believer's epistemic competence, a relevant disposition to get it right on the matter at hand when one tries to do so.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Knowledge and Truth, 2000
Knowledge arises from justified true belief, where the belief's correctness reflects the knower's competence and disposition to be accurate.
In simple terms: Knowledge is justified true belief showing competence.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate reliable belief‑forming habits.
Themes
epistemology
justification
competence
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- academic research
- critical thinking
- education
- decision making
Key Concepts
truth
disposition
belief formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria ensure belief competence?
- How do we test epistemic reliability?
A Different Perspective
Beliefs can be justified yet still flawed without proper evidence.
