Importance of Testimony in Epistemology
Reid emphasizes the role of testimony in acquiring knowledge, arguing that much of what we know comes from others
Trust in testimony is a natural human disposition, crucial for the transmission of knowledge in society
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Nicholas Wolterstorff’s Thomas Reid and the Story of Epistemology explores Reid's common sense philosophy, emphasizing direct realism and the role of perception in belief formation. Reid critiques the "Way of Ideas" and defends the trustworthiness of testimony and perception. The book is important for revitalizing Reid’s relevance in contemporary epistemological debates.
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