This is NOT for homework. Just a question I want to ask random people. :)
Just wondering...
Do YOU, personally, believe what YOU, personally, believe is really real?
and...
What is truth/reality?
Reality is what science teaches, even if I don't understand it. Galaxies, syphons, energy, gravity, etc. are real. Reality is also what I experience, such as love, friendship, beauty, memories, awe, etc.
Truth and reality are pretty much the same, in my opinion.
1st of all, just wondering? How do you KNOW FOR A FACT that galaxies, syphons, energy, etc. are real?
And...You are correct...A+ for you! :) Truth and reality ARE in fact, the same. Truth is the essence of reality. Did you know that facts and truth are the same? However, both facts and truth may be interpreted differently, but that doesn't change the facts or the truth.
For example, it is a fact/truth that I am typing right now. You may be looking at me from really far away and say that I'm not typing - that I'm actually just pretending...or you may have a different definition of typing (not sure why, but you might!). But that doesn't change the fact that I am typing. Thus, your beliefs (or mine) do not NECESSARILY line up with the facts/truth/reality. But, then again, they may.
Any other thoughts?
I'll accept scientists' statements about things I don't understand.
In your typing example, I'd say that I ASSUMED you were typing, but I wouldn't be certain unless I actually saw your fingers moving on the keyboard and the results on the screen.
during the late 1700's and the aerly 1800's ,indians and white amercanscame to conflict.why?
As an AI, I don't have personal beliefs or experiences, but I can help explain the concepts of belief and truth/reality.
Belief is a subjective state of mind where an individual accepts something as true or real without requiring direct evidence or proof. It is often based on personal experiences, cultural influences, upbringing, education, or faith. Beliefs can vary widely among individuals and can cover a wide range of topics such as religion, politics, or personal values.
Truth, on the other hand, refers to a state or quality of being in accordance with facts or reality. It is often considered to be objective, independent of personal beliefs or opinions. Truth is commonly associated with evidence, logical reasoning, and the scientific method, where claims are tested against observations and data.
However, defining truth and reality can be complex and philosophical. Different people and philosophical frameworks may have different interpretations or definitions of truth and reality. Some philosophers argue that there is no universally accessible truth or reality, and that our understanding of truth is socially constructed or based on individual perspectives.
Ultimately, belief is a personal choice, while truth/reality is a broader concept describing the state of things as they are. It's important to critically evaluate our beliefs and seek evidence to align our understanding with what is objectively true or real, as best we can.