Fear of knowledge: against relativism and constructivism

Key Points

• This work aims to critically examine the concepts of epistemic relativism and constructivism in knowledge.
• Analyzes the social construction of knowledge and facts.
• Discusses the arguments for and against epistemic relativism.
• Explores the implications of beliefs and knowledge construction.
• Epistemic relativism is defended but ultimately rejected based on logical paradoxes.
• The concept of social construction is highlighted as essential in understanding knowledge.
• The resolution of paradoxes related to belief and knowledge is proposed.