Liar's Paradox

The Liar's Paradox arises when someone states, "I am lying." If the statement is true, then the person is indeed lying, which means the statement is false. Conversely, if the statement is false, then the person is telling the truth, making the statement true. This creates a logical contradiction, as it cannot consistently be both true and false. The paradox challenges our understanding of truth and language, highlighting complexities in how we communicate and reason about statements, particularly self-referential ones. It invites inquiry into the nature of truth and can lead to deeper discussions in philosophy and logic.