Call me an idealist, Uri, but I think we can and should aim for theories based
on evidence, and see the critical distinction between possibility ("if") and
probability ("since"). When we put forward ideas that don't actually have an
evidential basis, we should own up to that point. There's nothing to be ashamed
of—I have particular perspectives that I believe on the basis of my faith,
rather than on the basis of categorical evidence. But I'll readily admit that.
I just wish others would do the same, as it would make engagement far more
meaningful.
Alas, not everyone does follow these principles, Uri. Yet, I'll still be a
voice calling in the wilderness.
GEORGE ATHAS
Dean of Research,
Moore Theological College (moore.edu.au)
Sydney, Australia
From: Uri Hurwitz <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>>
Date: Thursday, 18 April 2013 11:41 AM
To: B-Hebrew <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>>
Subject: [b-hebrew] Is George Athas too optimistic?
George Athas wrote:
" ... These basic evidential distinctions between evidence,
possibility, and probability, which are crucial for
determining knowledge, don't seem to be something you
consider, while most(!) of the rest of us do. "
Alas, not in the b-hebrew list. Not anymore, that is.
Uri Hurwitz
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