Single Idea 2182

[catalogued under 12. Knowledge Sources / D. Empiricism / 1. Empiricism]

Full Idea

'Impressions' are our more lively perceptions, when we hear, see, feel, love, hate, desire or will. 'Ideas' are less lively perceptions, when we reflect on any of those sensations or movements.

Gist of Idea

Impressions are our livelier perceptions, Ideas the less lively ones

Source

David Hume (Enquiry Conc Human Understanding [1748], II.12)

Book Reference

Hume,David: 'Enquiries Conc. Human Understanding, Morals', ed/tr. Selby-Bigge/Nidditch [OUP 1975], p.18