How are we sure know something? And what is to know? In philosophy, to know, as claimed by the epistemologists, is to have a justified belief. For example, how are we sure that we know it's raining? We can see empirically, the drizzling from the sky. But there is different kind of knowing. Epignosis is a term that originates from Greek philosophy, specifically from the philosophical school of Skepticism. It refers to a state of mental suspension or withholding judgment about the truth or falsity of a proposition. In other words, it's a form of skepticism where one refrains from making a definite assertion or denial regarding a statement or a belief. Epignosis can be seen as a way to maintain an open mind and avoid dogmatism by acknowledging the limitations of human knowledge. Epignosis is fuller or complete knowledge without ifs and buts . It's a kind of knowing that journeys away from scientific claims. But can we know something when the...
Publishes eclectic topics on human worldviews; Marketing including desires; needs, wants; aspirations, choices, preferences, lifestyles, behaviours, values; social constructions, trends, culture, politics, religions, ---- and ultimately human perspectives. John teaches online at the Ransford Global Institute: https://ransford.yolasite.com/