College Quote by Patricia Churchland
“I had no idea what philosophy was until I went to college at UBC. I first read Hume and Plato, so naturally I was under the misapprehension that philosophers are trying to figure out what is true, and that contemporary philosophers are mainly trying to figure out what is true about the mind. Of course Hume and Plato were trying to do that, hence my misapprehension.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing philosophy education, 2000s
He thought philosophy sought truth, especially about mind, but misread its scope.
In simple terms: He misunderstood philosophy’s aims.
Key Takeaway
Clarify philosophical goals early.
Themes
education
philosophy
misconception
Mood
educational
analytical
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- college curricula
- self‑study
- academic advising
Key Concepts
epistemology
mind-body problem
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations should students have?
- How to navigate philosophical disciplines?
A Different Perspective
Philosophy’s breadth can be confusing.
