Knowledge Quote by Stephen R.C. Hicks

“In postmodernism we find metaphysical antirealism, epistemological subjectivity, the placing of feeling at the root of all value issues, the consequent relativism of both knowledge and values, and the consequent devaluing or disvaluing of the scientific enterprise.” quote by Stephen R.C. Hicks — Download Open image

““In postmodernism we find metaphysical antirealism, epistemological subjectivity, the placing of feeling at the root of all value issues, the consequent relativism of both knowledge and values, and the consequent devaluing or disvaluing of the scientific enterprise.””

Stephen R.C. Hicks

About This Quote

Source Book: The Metaphysics of Modern Science, Stephen R.C. Hicks, 2005

Postmodernism asserts that reality and knowledge are subjective, valuing feeling over objective truth, leading to relativism and skepticism toward science.

In simple terms: Postmodernism makes truth and values subjective, doubting science.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions and seek balanced evidence.

Themes

philosophy relativism science subjectivity values

Mood

thoughtful critical inquisitive

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

academic debate
policy making
education curricula
media analysis

Key Concepts

Epistemology metaphysics critical theory

Questions to Reflect On

How does subjectivity affect scientific progress?
Can objective standards coexist with personal values?

A Different Perspective

Science still provides reliable methods despite philosophical challenges.

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