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  1. Criteria of truth - Wikipedia

    • In epistemology, criteria of truth (or tests of truth) are standards and rules used to judge the accuracy of statements and claims. They are tools of verification, and as in the problem of the criterion, the reliability of these tools is disputed. Understanding a philosophy's criteria of truth is fundamental to a clear evaluation of that philosophy. This necessity is driven by th… See more

    Authority

    The opinions of those with significant experience, highly trained or possessing an advanced degree are … See more

    Coherence

    Coherence refers to a consistent and overarching explanation for all facts. To be coherent, all pertinent facts must be arranged in a consistent and cohesive fashion as an integrated whole. The theory that most ef… See more

    Consensus gentium

    Some view opinions held by all people to be valid criteria of truth. According to consensus gentium, the universal consent of all mankind (all humans holding a distinct belief), proves it is true. There is some value in th… See more

    Consistency (mere)

    Mere consistency is when correct statements do not contradict, but are not necessarily related. Accordingly, an individual is consistent if he does not contradict himself. It is inadequate as a criterion be… See more

    Consistency (strict)

    Strict consistency is when claims are connected in such a fashion that one statement follows from another. Formal logic and mathematical rules are examples of rigorous consistency. An example would be: … See more

    Correspondence

    Correspondence is quite simply when a claim corresponds with its object. For example, the claim that the White House is in Washington, D.C. is true, if the White House is actually located in Washington. Correspon… See more

    Custom

    Most people consciously or unknowingly employ custom as a criterion of truth, based on the assumption that doing what is customary will prevent error. It is particularly applied in the determination of moral truth … See more

     
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  1. In evaluating the truth or falsity of propositions/truth-claims/beliefs, we must be sure to always look for three things: internal coherence (the logical), external correspondence (the factual), and functional adequacy (the livable). For a belief to be true it must be meaningful, it must line u...
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  2. Three tests for determining truth | Brent Cunningham

     
  3. How to Handle a Rumor: The Test of Three

    How to Handle a Rumor: The Test of Three. Keep this philosophy in mind the next time you either hear or are about to repeat a rumor. In ancient Greece (469 - 399 BC), Socrates was widely lauded for his wisdom.

  4. Socrates Test of Three - Truth, Goodness and …

    How do you handle a rumor? How do you handle gossip? Try the Socrates Test of Three, the filter of three essential things in life.

  5. Socrates: The Test Of Three - Thinking Humanity

    Mar 7, 2018 · The first test is Truth. Have you made absolutely sure that what you are about to tell me is true?” “No,” the man replied, “actually I just heard about it.” “All right,” said Socrates. “So you don’t really know if it’s true or not. Now let’s …

  6. Ravi Zacharias on Truth and the Meaning of Life

    May 31, 2020 · Going a step further, the three tests for truth must be applied to any worldview: 1) logical consistency, 2) empirical adequacy, and 3) experiential relevance. When submitted to these tests, the Christian message is utterly …

  7. Three Vital Tests to Evaluate Truth Claims | Truths to die for

  8. Tests for truth - Explore WorldViews

    Jul 14, 2011 · There are 3 main classic tests to which any system or statement that makes a claim to truth should be subjected as a preliminary requirement. These are: 1. logical consistency (rational thinking) -is what is being claimed …

  9. Criteria of truth - Academic Dictionaries and Encyclopedias

  10. Socrates and 'The Three Sieves' - A Cottage by the Sea

    What if everyone performed the simple ‘Three Sieves Test’ before speaking out? Many possibilities, but for sure the world would be a more peaceful and silent place. Once upon a time in ancient Greece, one of the acquaintances of the …

  11. quotes - Are Socrates' 3 tests from a historical source? - Skeptics ...

  12. Socrates' Triple Filter Test - Psychology - Exploring your mind

  13. 3 Tests for Truth - Medium

  14. Three Different Theories of Truth - Mr. Hoye's TOK Website

  15. Tests for Truth – CBU Teaching and Learning Center

  16. The Triple Filter Test

  17. Socrates' Triple Filter Test - Weekly Wisdom Blog

  18. 3-THREE-TESTS-FOR-DETERMINING-TRUTH.pdf - Course Hero

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