Why Did Descartes Employ Radical Doubt?

Ever wondered why one of history's most influential thinkers, René Descartes, decided to question absolutely everything he thought he knew? Dive into the profound reasons behind Descartes' revolutionary method of radical doubt and discover its pivotal role in shaping modern philosophy. In this video, we explore: ► How Descartes used radical doubt as a methodical tool, not just skepticism, to search for unshakable truths. ► The famous "evil demon" argument and its function in pushing doubt to its absolute limits. ► The crucial discovery of the "Cogito, ergo sum" ("I think, therefore I am") as the first indubitable truth. ► Why this systematic doubting process was essential for establishing a new foundation for knowledge and science. ► The lasting impact of Descartes' method on epistemology and the development of Western thought. #Descartes, #RadicalDoubt, #Philosophy, #Epistemology, #ModernPhilosophy, #CogitoErgoSum, #PhilosophyBeyond