Quote by Ralph J. Cudworth

The true knowledge or science which exists nowhere but in the mind itself, has no other entity at all besides intelligibility; and therefore whatsoever is clearly intelligible, is absolutely true.

The true knowledge or science which exists nowhere but in th

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This quote suggests that true knowledge or science is solely a product of the mind. It argues that the only thing that constitutes knowledge is intelligibility - the quality of being clear and understandable. According to this perspective, anything that is clearly intelligible is considered to be true. In other words, if something can be clearly understood and comprehended, it is regarded as a representation of truth. This viewpoint emphasizes the importance of clarity and understanding in the pursuit of knowledge and truth.

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