Existential Epistemology: 5 Methods of Inductive Reasoning

Epistemology, the theory of knowledge, is often understood as a subject worthy of study, if at all, for the sake of itself. In this salon series, Arkadiusz Synowczyk shows how epistemology, far from a purely theoretical subject, provides crucial guidance in one’s daily life.

Join us for the fifth episode of our captivating Interintellect series, “Existential Epistemology: How The Theory of Knowledge Illuminates Life and Meaning.” In this intellectually stimulating salon, we will delve into the 5 rules of gaining new knowledge, identified by Francis Bacon and J. S. Mill.

This episode will provide a profound and practical understanding of these remarkable methods, empowering one to navigate the complexities of knowledge acquisition and make informed decisions in daily life.

Key discussion points:

• The problem of induction
• What are the methods of inductive reasoning?
• Are there any other methods?
• How do the discussed methods can improve our daily lives?

Arkadiusz Synowczyk is a philosophy student at Newcastle University (UK) and an Interintellect host. He is interested in epistemology, philosophy of science, and philosophy of language, with a particular interest in the problem of induction and the practical applications of philosophy. He has hosted salons on Karl Popper, Thomas Kuhn, and the relationship between religion and science. Besides his academic activities, he develops his YouTube channel and Substack blog where he shares his thoughts and ideas on philosophy and related topics.

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