Molyneux's Problem

Molyneux's Problem is a thought experiment asking whether a person born blind, who has learned to distinguish objects by touch, would recognize those objects visually upon gaining sight. Specifically, it questions if they could immediately identify familiar objects visually without prior visual experience. The central issue is whether the knowledge gained through touch can be instantly mapped to visual perception. This explores how our senses interact and whether perception is innate or learned, highlighting broader questions about the connection between different sensory modalities and the nature of perceptual knowledge.