David Hume

Discuss empiricism, human nature, and skepticism.

The Scottish philosopher and key figure in the Scottish Enlightenment. Known for his work in empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism, Hume questioned the reliability of human knowledge, particularly regarding causality and the self. Discuss his views on human nature, morality, and the limitations of reason, as outlined in his works A Treatise of Human Nature and An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding. Hume’s skepticism about the ability of reason to establish certainty continues to influence philosophy and modern thought.

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