Quote by Bertrand Russell

Dogmatism and skepticism are both, in a sense, absolute philosophies one is certain of knowing, the other of not knowing. What philosophy should dissipate is certainty, whether of knowledge or ignorance.

Dogmatism and skepticism are both, in a sense, absolute phil

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting perspectives of dogmatism and skepticism. Dogmatism represents a rigid certainty of knowing everything, while skepticism encompasses an absolute certainty of not knowing anything for certain. However, the essence of philosophy should be to dissolve such certainty, be it about knowledge or ignorance. Philosophy seeks to encourage open-mindedness, critical thinking, and the acceptance that absolute certainty is elusive. It emphasizes the importance of embracing doubt and continually questioning our beliefs and knowledge in order to explore new ideas and grow intellectually.

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By Bertrand Russell

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