Common Sense in Science

Authors

  • Piotr Przybył The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15633/lie.2341

Keywords:

common sense, science, philosophy, Michał Heller, critical rationalism

Abstract

Common sense is an ability common to all people and it is related to right judges based on correct perception. These elements are very important in science too, so common sense could be a universal method of dialog among different disciplines. Critical rationalism of Karl Popper, as a method of verification theories, is a reflection about human perception, it is the way to know the truth and it is objective judging. Polish philosopher Michał Heller points out a characteristics which are necessary to be a good scientist and philosopher: self­‑criticism, objectivism, and discipline in thinking etc., which are common with Popper’s idea. The aim of this article is to show that Heller’s critical rationalism is commonsensical way of practicing science and philosophy.

Author Biography

  • Piotr Przybył, The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow
    Piotr Przybył – mgr, doktorant na Wydziale Filozoficznym Uniwersytetu Papieskiego Jana Pawła II w Krakowie, ksiądz katolicki diecezji kaliskiej.

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Published

2018-02-01

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Vol. 23 (2017): Umiar i rozsądek w sferze społecznej

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