Epimenides Paradox

The Epimenides Paradox arises from a statement made by a Cretan philosopher, Epimenides, who said, "All Cretans are liars." If this statement is true, then Epimenides, being a Cretan himself, must be lying, which would mean not all Cretans are liars, contradicting his original assertion. Conversely, if he is lying, it suggests that not all Cretans are liars, making his statement false. This paradox highlights the complexities of self-reference and truth, illustrating the challenges that can arise when a statement refers to itself or its origin.