Philosophy: Epistemology Review

Mind and Body Problem

The mind-body problem in philosophy examines the relationship between the mind (consciousness, thoughts) and the body (brain, physical processes), questioning if they are distinct or interconnected.

Gettier Problem

A problem devised by Edmund Gettier to demonstrate that JTB is not a sufficient definition of knowledge because of accidental understanding of it.

Empiricism

A philosophical belief that states your knowledge of the world is based on your experiences, particularly your sensory experiences.

Rationalism

The philosophical idea that the fundamental starting point for all knowledge is not found in the senses or in experience, but instead can be traced back to innate knowledge that we're born with.