Assumption Quote by William Poundstone
“The assumption that anything true is knowable is the grandfather of paradoxes.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 2 Book of Paradoxes by William Poundstone, 2009
Claiming all truth is knowable leads to self‑contradictory paradoxes because some truths are beyond comprehension.
In simple terms: Believing everything can be known creates paradoxes.
Key Takeaway
Question what can be truly known.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
paradoxes
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- scientific research
- everyday decision making
Key Concepts
knowledge limits
self‑reference
logical contradiction
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths might be beyond human understanding?
- How do we handle unknowable concepts?
A Different Perspective
Some truths may be inherently unknowable, limiting the claim.
