Correspondence Theory

Correspondence Theory is a philosophical idea about truth. It suggests that a statement is true if it accurately reflects or corresponds to reality. For example, the statement "The sky is blue" is true if, in fact, the sky is blue. This theory contrasts with other concepts of truth, like coherence or pragmatic theories, which focus on consistency with other beliefs or practical outcomes. In essence, Correspondence Theory emphasizes a direct relationship between our statements and the actual state of the world, making truth a matter of factual alignment with reality.