Universal Properties

Universal properties are characteristics or features that apply to all members of a certain category or concept. For example, think of the property of being a "circle." All circles have the universal property of being round and having all points equidistant from the center. Similarly, in knowledge, universal properties can refer to truths or principles that hold true regardless of time, culture, or specific circumstances—like the idea that all humans share basic needs for food, safety, and connection. These properties help us understand what defines things at a fundamental level.