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Definition Empiricism is a philosophical approach that emphasizes knowledge gained through experience, observation, and experimentation rather than relying solely on intuition, reasoning, or theoretical assumptions. It asserts that true knowledge comes from se...

Overview David Hume (1711-1776) was a Scottish philosopher, historian, economist, and essayist, widely regarded as one of the greatest figures of the Scottish Enlightenment. A key figure in the history of modern Western philosophy, Hume's empiricism and skepti...

Definition Skepticism is a mindset or approach characterized by questioning, doubting, or critically examining claims, ideas, or beliefs before accepting them as true. It involves seeking evidence, logical reasoning, and rational analysis to evaluate whether s...

The Enlightenment (c. 1650 – 1780), also known as the Age of Reason, was an influential intellectual and cultural movement that swept through Europe during the late 17th and 18th centuries. Spanning roughly from 1650 to 1780, it represented a departure from tr...