The assumption that "belief" is a natural kind (i.e. fundamental feature of reality) is pernicious but nearly universal due to Christianity.
@shlevy @drethelin Yes… it’s a representation for *us*—but it’s also efficacious (brings about action). Isn’t the thermostat perceiving too?
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@Meaningness@drethelin No because consciousness. Awareness is a prerequisite for knowledge/understanding/belief -
@shlevy@drethelin Oh dear. I think that’s the Q word! - 12 more replies
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