Assertion Quote by Henry Flynt
“When somebody says that all statements are false, the obvious problem is that as an assertion it's self-defeating.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: Logic and Language, 1965
A claim that every statement is false contradicts itself, making the assertion impossible to hold true.
In simple terms: Self‑contradictory statements cannot be true.
Key Takeaway
Check for logical consistency.
Themes
logic
paradox
truth
Mood
confused
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debates
- philosophy classes
- critical thinking
- online forums
Key Concepts
self‑reference
semantic paradox
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a statement be both true and false?
- How do we resolve self‑defeating assertions?
A Different Perspective
The claim ignores that at least one statement (the claim itself) must be true.
