Justice for Hedgehogs

"Justice for Hedgehogs" is a philosophical essay by Isaiah Berlin, using the metaphor of a hedgehog who knows one big thing versus a fox who knows many things. Berlin argues that some thinkers view the world through a unified principle or idea—like the hedgehog—while others embrace a diversity of perspectives—the fox. The essay explores the tension between these approaches to understanding morality, politics, and knowledge, emphasizing that meaningful insights often come from balancing deep, singular visions with broad, varied experiences. It highlights the importance of humility and pluralism in moral and philosophical thought.