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confutatis said:
Only I can grant this.
Is It Possible for Someone to Be Really Blind and Lie About It?
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The discussion centers on the philosophical concepts of blindness and visual experience, exploring the definitions and implications of "real blindness" as a lack of visual experience. It argues that a truly blind person cannot lie about their blindness, while a person who is not blind can pretend to be blind, leading to the conclusion that the belief in someone being both blind and deceptive is flawed. The conversation further examines the nature of subjective experience, questioning whether one can know if others have similar experiences. Participants debate the validity of premises regarding the ability to convincingly appear blind or to have visual experiences, emphasizing the limitations of language and understanding in conveying subjective experiences. They also touch on the implications of these discussions for broader philosophical inquiries, such as the problem of other minds and the nature of reality. Ultimately, the dialogue highlights the complexities of defining and understanding subjective experiences and the challenges in asserting knowledge about others' perceptions.