The Intuitive Basis Of Knowledge: An Epistemological Inquiry (1919)

The Intuitive Basis of Knowledge: An Epistemological Inquiry is a book written by N. O. Lossky and originally published in 1919. The book is an exploration of the nature of knowledge, focusing on the role of intuition in the acquisition of knowledge. Lossky argues that intuition is the basis of all knowledge, and that it is through our intuitive faculties that we are able to gain a deeper understanding of the world around us.The book is divided into three parts. The first part explores the nature of intuition and its relationship to knowledge. Lossky argues that intuition is not a form of reasoning, but rather a direct apprehension of reality. He suggests that intuition is a non-conceptual form of knowledge that is not subject to the limitations of language or logic.The second part of the book examines the limits of knowledge. Lossky argues that while intuition is the basis of all knowledge, it is not capable of providing us with a complete understanding of reality. He suggests that there are limits to what we can know, and that we must accept these limits in order to avoid falling into error.The final part of the book explores the relationship between intuition and faith. Lossky argues that faith is a form of intuitive knowledge, and that it is through faith that we are able to gain a deeper understanding of the world around us. He suggests that faith is not a blind acceptance of dogma, but rather a form of knowledge that is based on our intuitive apprehension of reality.Overall, The Intuitive Basis of Knowledge is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of knowledge and the role of intuition in our understanding of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in epistemology or the philosophy of knowledge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.