david-hume

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users ground abstract philosophical prompts in observable experience by applying David Hume's empiricist framework, enabling clearer evaluation of knowledge, causality, and moral/political claims.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Empirical grounding: Evaluate epistemological claims by tracing ideas to impressions and sensory data.
• Causality analysis: Treat causation as constant conjunction and assess the strength of inductive inferences.
• M moral and political reasoning: Ground judgments in sentiment, utility, and public perception of authority.
• Use Case: When confronted with abstract debates about knowledge, causality, or the legitimacy of institutions, apply Hume's Fork and the Impression Test to produce grounded, practically actionable conclusions.

Quick Start

Use Hume's Fork and the Impression Test to anchor arguments in concrete impressions and observable data.