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Quotes by David Hume
David Hume, born on April 26, 1711, in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a pivotal philosopher, historian, and economist whose ideas laid the groundwork for modern empiricism and skepticism. A central figure in the Scottish Enlightenment, Hume's works, such as "A Treatise of Human Nature" and "An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding," challenged traditional notions of causality and knowledge. His exploration of human psychology and morality continues to resonate today, establishing him as a profound influence on later thinkers, including Immanuel Kant and contemporary philosophy.
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"A purpose, an intention, a design, strikes everywhere even the careless, the most stupid thinker."
David Hume"Heaven and hell suppose two distinct species of men, the good and the bad. But the greatest part of mankind float betwixt vice and virtue."
David Hume"The heights of popularity and patriotism are still the beaten road to power and tyranny."
David Hume"Generally speaking, the errors in religion are dangerous; those in philosophy only ridiculous."
David Hume