2.6 George Berkeley and Idealism


Summary

The video provides an overview of Descartes and Cartisianism, focusing on their influence in France. It discusses the concept of cause and effect through the example of billiard balls, illustrating the necessary connection between events. The video explores occasionalism and the role of God as the primary cause, along with Berkeley's theory of perception that all objects are created by God. It delves into the skeptical problem of knowing real physical objects and the distinction between primary and secondary qualities. Additionally, it touches on Berkeley's denial of physical objects and his support for the predictive power of physical science.


Introduction to Descartes and Cartisianism

Brief overview of Descartes and Cartisianism, influential in France at the time.

Understanding Cause and Effect

Discussion on the concept of cause and effect, using the example of billiard balls to illustrate necessary connection between events.

Occasionalism and God's Role

Exploration of occasionalism and the role of God as the primary cause of events, with a focus on billiard ball example.

Barkley's Theory of Perception

Explanation of Barkley's theory of perception, emphasizing the idea that all objects are created by God.

Skeptical Problem and Primary/Secondary Qualities

Discussion on the skeptical problem of knowing real physical objects and the distinction between primary and secondary qualities.

Barkley's Denial of Physical Science

Overview of Barkley's denial of physical objects and his support for the predictive power of physical science.

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