Scepticism

Question 1

What is philosophical scepticism?

Answer 1

A challenge to our justification for an entire class of beliefs e.g. perception is inaccurate.

Question 2

What is normal scepticism?

Answer 2

To be normally sceptical is to have high standards for believing something. E.g. demanding strong evidence or good reasons.

Question 3

What is the difference between local and global scepticism?

Answer 3

Global- A challenge to the justification of all our beliefs e.g. hyperbolic doubt. Local - A challenge to the justification of one area of belief e.g. perception is inaccurate.