Temporalism
Temporalism, in a philosophical context, is the view that at least some propositions can change their truth value over time, contrasting with Eternalism, which holds that propositions cannot change truth value.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
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Temporalism vs. Eternalism:
- Temporalism: Suggests that some statements or ideas, like “it is raining now,” can be true at one point in time and false at another.
- Eternalism: Argues that the truth value of a statement remains constant throughout time, regardless of whether it’s about the past, present, or future.
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Examples and Arguments:
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Perceptual Experience: Some philosophers argue that our experiences of the world and our desires change over time, supporting temporalism.
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Memory: Temporalism is seen as providing a better account of how we store and recall memories, as the contents of memory are seen as changing over time.
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