In my studies, I learned that there are three major philosophical theories of truth:
- The correspondence theory of truth = truth is what corresponds with reality.
- The coherence theory of truth = truth is what coheres with other well-established beliefs.
- The pragmatic theory of truth = truth is what "works."
There are of course also denials that the concept of truth is meaningful any more. Here are some of those views, more spelled out:
- "Truth" is merely an invention of those in power, used to maintain their power. (They use claims to truth to bully others into submission.)
- Truth is a matter of individual determination. We each make beliefs true (for ourselves) by believing in them. (Relativism.)
Are there other major philosophical perspectives on truth that I am forgetting?
