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Peter Boghossian on beliefs matching reality
Original: It’s important there’s some lawful correspondence between what we # believe and the actual state of affairs. Only when o
A quote attributed to writer Peter Boghossian is circulating online, arguing that beliefs must correspond lawfully to the actual state of affairs. It holds that only when beliefs accurately match reality can people shape external conditions that allow them to flourish, framing accurate belief as a practical foundation for human wellbeing rather than a purely abstract concern.
Why now: The quote resonates with ongoing debates about truth, belief formation and rational thinking in public discourse.
Evidence
- It’s important there’s some lawful correspondence between what we # believe and the actual state of affairs. Only when our beliefs accurately correspond to # reality are we able to mold external conditions that enable us to flourish. —Peter Boghossian ______________________ #… · tomcapuder@universeodon.com · 2
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