Single Idea 23291

[catalogued under 3. Truth / A. Truth Problems / 3. Value of Truth]

Full Idea

Without a grasp of the concept of truth, not only language, but thought itself, is impossible.

Gist of Idea

Without truth, both language and thought are impossible

Source

Donald Davidson (Truth Rehabilitated [1997], p.16)

Book Reference

Davidson,Donald: 'Truth, Language and History' [OUP 2005], p.16


A Reaction

Davidson never mentions animals, but I like this idea because it points to importance of truth for animals as well. I say that truth is relevant to any mind that makes judgements - and quite small animals (e.g. ants and spiders) make judgements.