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Descartes Introduces Evil Demon Hypothesis

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Descartes Introduces Evil Demon Hypothesis

Descartes, Rene · Philosopher

The First Meditation asks readers to imagine a deceiver powerful enough to undermine apparent knowledge. This thought experiment sharpens methodological doubt before the search for secure conclusions.

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