Reason is, and ought only to be the slave of the passions, and can never pretend to any other office than to serve and obey them. | David Hume Continue reading Reason Is, and Ought Only to Be the Slave of the Passions David Hume (1739)
The Separation of the Learned from the conversible World seems to have been the great Defect of the last Age, and must have had a very bad Influence both on Books and Company: For what Possibility is there of finding Topics of Conversation fit for the Entertainment of rational Creatures, without having Recourse sometimes to … Continue reading The Separation of the Learned From the Conversible World David Hume (1742)
[InsertPanel style="importance"] Today, we face numerous challenges that require thoughtful dialogue and innovative solutions. Engaging in meaningful conversations allows us to exchange ideas, question assumptions, and collaboratively address pressing issues. This is where the concept of a “conversible world” becomes relevant. By cultivating our ability to participate in meaningful discussions, … Continue reading The Conversible World ** The sphere of human interaction and exchange of ideas
In his essay Of Essay-Writing, the Scottish philosopher David Hume distinguishes between two distinct realms of intellectual discourse: the learned and the conversible. … Continue reading Two Realms of Intellectual Discourse ** The learned and the conversible