George Berkeley

Anglo-Irish philosopher of idealism

George Berkeley - Anglo-Irish philosopher of idealism
Born

March 12th, 1685
340 years ago

Died

January 14th, 1753
272 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Ireland

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Contributed significantly to early modern philosophy, advocating for immaterialism, which asserted that objects only exist as perceptions. Authored 'A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge', challenging the materialism prevalent in his era. Engaged in debates with prominent thinkers such as John Locke and David Hume, emphasizing the role of the perceiver in the existence of objects. Also served as the Bishop of Cloyne, emphasizing the relationship between philosophy and theology.

Authored 'A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge'

Developed the philosophical concept of immaterialism

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