The article discusses the complexity of defining belief and how it relates to evidence. It highlights that beliefs are often formed not solely based on objective evidence but also through intuition, faith, and subjective experiences. The author critiques these sources of evidence as fallible, leading individuals to hold on to false beliefs. References to 'truthiness' illustrate the tendency to value personal desire over established facts. The conclusion emphasizes the need for critical examination of what we accept as evidence before formulating beliefs.
"Intuition, faith, subjective experience, and trust in others can significantly influence what we believe, even when such sources of evidence can often lead to false beliefs."
"The term 'truthiness,' which describes the preference for concepts one wishes to believe over those known to be true, illustrates the reliability issues of intuition in beliefs."
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