Epistemic Obligations : Truth, Individualism, and the Limits of Belief

Reichenbach, Bruce R.

Baylor University Press（2012/12発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 284 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781602586239
• DDC分類 121.6

Full Description

Questions of belief, and agency over personal belief, abound as individuals claim to have the right to believe whatever they so choose. In a carefully constructed argument, Bruce Reichenbach contends that while individuals have direct control over belief, they are obligated to believe--and purposely seek--the truth. Though the nature of truth and belief is an oft-debated topic, Reichenbach moves beyond surface-level persuasions to address the very core of what constitutes a human right. These epistemic obligations are critical, as the influence of belief is evident throughout society, from law and education to religion and daily decision-making. Grounding his argument in practical case studies, Reichenbach deftly demonstrates the necessity of moral accountability and belief.

Contents

Preface 1 The Challenge of Epistemic Obligations 2 Epistemic Obligations 3 Grounds for Epistemic Obligations 4 Epistemic Obligations and Justification 5 Belief Voluntarism 6 Belief 7 Epistemic Obligations and Accountability Notes Bibliography Index