Overheard in a discussion.

The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) is quoted as saying

"There are no facts, only interpretations."

What are your thoughts on this?

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helenS · 36-40, F

There is absolutely no way to verify or falsify his statement. So it's meaningless.

onrealityofdreams · M

@helenS I find his statement intriguing. Is it his opinion or a fact itself?

helenS · 36-40, F

@onrealityofdreams Yes that would have been my next question.

onrealityofdreams · M

@helenS The statement can make for an interesting conversation don't you think?

eMortal · M

@helenS @helenS @onrealityofdreams I agree with Helen. Trying to confirm what Nietzsche said will get us into a circular argument.

helenS · 36-40, F

@eMortal Exactly. It's circular, because, is what he said a fact? If yes then it's only interpretation, and that's a fact. And so on.