1 Department of Computer Science, School of Mathematics and Computing, Kampala International University-Uganda.
2 Department of Foundations, Open, Distance and E-Learning, College of Education, Kampala International University-Uganda.
3 Department of Development studies, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Kampala International University-Uganda.
4 Department of Business Management, College of Economics and Management, Kampala International University-Uganda.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(01), 2745-2755
Received on 18 June 2024; revised on 25 July 2024; accepted on 27 July 2024
The goal of this study is to launch an investigation into the complex nature of knowledge, incorporating both historical and contemporary viewpoints. The core of epistemological research is summarized in this abstract, which highlights the changing conception of belief, justification, and knowledge by referencing contemporary academic research. In addition to addressing contemporary advancements like naturalized, feminist, and social epistemology as well as the impact of cognitive sciences on epistemological thought, the research captures classic epistemological questions, the role of skepticism, and the importance of the a priori. Analysis of Al-Ghazali's synthesis of procedures and knowledge sources within Islamic epistemology reveals contradictions and intriguing facts that point to a historical continuity with current attempts to bring disparate epistemic areas into harmony. Furthermore, the study tackles the problem of philosophical skepticism by examining how feminist contextualist epistemology provides fresh answers to conventional skepticisms regarding the possibility of knowing. The complete survey of epistemological discourse provided by "Epistemology Unveiled" emphasizes the dynamic interaction between historical insights and contemporary theoretical breakthroughs. It emphasizes the value of multidisciplinary approaches in current epistemological studies as well as the necessity of understanding epistemic and social power dynamics in the search of knowledge. This article advocates for a sophisticated and integrated approach to comprehending epistemic ideas and their practical implications, adding to the continuing discussion regarding the foundations of knowledge.
Epistemology; Unveiled; Exploring; Foundations; Knowledge; Philosophy'
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Pamba Shatson Fasco, Specioza Asiimwe, Judith Tushabe and Godfrey Ssekabira. Epistemology unveiled: Exploring the foundations of knowledge in philosophy. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(1), 2745-2755. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2285