Turtle Quote by William James
““It's turtles all the way down.””
About This Quote
The phrase suggests an infinite regress of foundations, questioning certainty.
In simple terms: Infinite regress challenges certainty.
Key Takeaway
Question underlying assumptions.
Themes
philosophy
skepticism
infinity
foundations
Mood
curious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- theory
- religion
- science
- personal belief
Key Concepts
regress
foundationalism
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What foundational belief do you accept without proof?
- How does infinite regress affect your confidence?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex debates.
