The Foundations of Knowledge

The foundations of knowledge are the basic principles and methods we use to understand and justify what we believe. They include reasoning, evidence, and experience—such as observation, testimony, and experimentation—that help us distinguish true beliefs from false ones. Epistemology, the study of knowledge, explores questions about how we know something, what counts as evidence, and the limits of understanding. Essentially, these foundations provide the framework ensuring our beliefs are well-founded and reliable, enabling us to build accurate knowledge about the world.