How else to explain doubting the senses, solipsism, descartes demon etc,etc. — Mystic
. I think you could equally argue philosophical doubt (as distinct from self doubt) emerges from the human arrogance to know all there is and be in control of all things — Tom Storm
Then arrogance is stupidity (un-intelligent), isn't it? Rather silly and worthless, considering it has no legs to stand on. It isn't backed by anything other than delusions of grandeur. — skyblack
I am not committed that that view I simply put it as an alternative to what the OP provided us. It seems to me that he OP's thesis could go in several directions. Maybe what I should have said is that philosophical questions are propelled by human confidence that truth can be identified. — Tom Storm
I was making the point that what the OP said can go in many directions. The very opposite of a self-esteem problem is just as likely. I gave two versions of an alternative. Neither of which I am committed too. — Tom Storm
Truth CAN be identified? So we don't have access to innate truths? Only philosophical questioning determines truth?
I like food. Do I need philosophy to determine if this is true! — Mystic
I just want to say something really quick and end. When you give rebuttals (though you call it "alternatives") , it affects the person's credibility if they switch ans say "oh, i was just giving some alternatives, these aren't my rebuttals". Something to think about if you wish. — skyblack
I think that in trying to see philosophy questions as stemming from fear, you are missing how curiosity and wondering are essential to human life. You make it seem as if the ideal is to be a happy robot, who doesn't ask questions. Philosophy and questioning goes back to ancient times, and is central to the evolution of human life. — Jack Cummins
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