" The thesis that there is no single correct view of reality, no single truth. Instead there are "different conceptual frameworks, alternative lifestyles, and various forms of consciousness." "
In contrast, absolutism is define as:
"The thesis that there is but one correct view of reality."
I understand what Hume is trying to get at but I can't help but think that there has to be some sort of middle that has to be reached between the two. Why must we be either a relativist or absolutist? This question came into my mind during class and I couldn't help but wonder. One could define the situation with a relativst approach or absolutist one depending on the context. This circumstance can be seen in the following situation. Just the other day I had passed by the local church, and outside where a bunch of protesters holding signs that were holding Pro-Life signs and yelling to passing cars. I personally agree with the Pro-Life stance on the abortion issue. Although I realize that I believe my beliefs that I do, I also understand and recognize that not everyone agrees with me or sees my perspective on things. I respect those people who are standing outside waving those signs with their own beliefs and I acknowledge their values as legitamite as mine. In this situation I would adopt the relativist perspective. In other situations like gay marriage which is a very controversial issue I would take the absolutist approach because I am so firm in my belief that I will not be persuaded in the least bit sense. I will listen and respect peoples beliefs although I do not believe them myself. But this poses the question, where does it go from there? Who is right? Where is the truth found? The answer is I don't know.
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