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A critical reading of David Hume’s masterwork.
An Enquiry concerning Human Understanding
David Hume on the species of philosophy, study of mind and the ideal character
David Hume on the nature of ideas
David Hume on the issues of inductive reasoning and causality
An Enquiry concerning Human Understanding is a profound exploration of the nature and limits of human knowledge. Hume’s commitment to empiricism—the idea that all knowledge stems from sensory experience—leads him to question long-held assumptions about causation, the external world, inductive reasoning, and miracles.
With eloquence and clarity, Hume argues that our minds are blank slates, and our thoughts and beliefs are merely faint copies of original sensations. His skepticism regarding the foundations of our beliefs has had a profound impact on Western philosophy, sparking debates and influencing thinkers like Immanuel Kant. This masterpiece invites readers to embark on a journey of intellectual discovery, challenging them to confront the boundaries of their knowledge and approach the world with a critical eye.