David Hume's Moral Sentiments

Who is David Hume?

• German philosopher

• Scottish philosopher

• British philosopher

• French philosopher

David Hume is subscribed to the philosophical foundation of ______________, which emphasizes that all knowledge originates from sensory experiences rather than innate ideas or pure reason.

• rationalism

• empiricism

• idealism

• naturalism

Hume believed that the foundation of morality should be based on pure reasoning.

• True

• False

Based on David Hume's theory, our morality is driven by sympathy —our ability to share and feel the emotions of others.

• True

• False

1. Hume’s ideas encourage educational programs that develop moral virtues such as kindness, compassion, and understanding.

• True

• False