SUMMARY
George Berkeley's philosophical statement "to be is to be perceived" originates from his work titled "A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge," published in 1710. This treatise is available for free online through Forgotten Books. The discussion highlights the significance of this text in understanding Berkeley's idealism and perception theory.
PREREQUISITES
- Familiarity with early modern philosophy
- Understanding of idealism and perception theories
- Knowledge of Berkeley's contributions to philosophy
- Basic navigation skills for online literary resources
NEXT STEPS
- Read "A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge" by George Berkeley
- Explore the concept of idealism in philosophy
- Investigate the implications of perception in epistemology
- Review secondary literature on Berkeley's philosophy
USEFUL FOR
Philosophy students, educators, and anyone interested in the foundations of idealism and perception theory will benefit from this discussion.
