Beyond Reason: Socrates, Plato & Aristotle

The Origins of Skepticism

In order to map out the origins of skepticism and uncertainty, we have to start with Socrates and Plato, the founders of Western philosophy.

There is no absolute knowledge. And those who claim it, whether they are scientists or dogmatists, open the door to tragedy. All information is imperfect. We have to treat it with humility. ‒ Bronowski, J.