Affirmation Quote by Ernest Sosa
“Judgment is affirmation with the intention to thereby affirm competently enough, and indeed aptly. That distinguishes judgments from mere guesses.”
About This Quote
Judgments are deliberate affirmations that differ from guesses by being competent and appropriate.
In simple terms: Judgments are informed affirmations, not guesses.
Key Takeaway
Make judgments with competence and relevance.
Themes
knowledge
judgment
competence
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- legal rulings
- scientific conclusions
- personal choices
- policy making
Key Concepts
epistemology
critical thinking
decision theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure competence in your judgments?
- When might a guess be preferable?
A Different Perspective
Judgments can be biased despite intention.
