Philonous

Philonous is a philosophical character from George Berkeley's writings, representing the view that objects and reality depend on being perceived. He argues that nothing exists independently of minds that perceive them—meaning physical objects are only real when someone is aware of them. In essence, he believes that perception forms the foundation of existence, and that the universe’s existence is closely tied to the perceptions of conscious beings. This perspective challenges the idea that material objects exist independently of consciousness, emphasizing instead that perception and mind are central to understanding reality.