David Hume
Modern Scotland Empiricism
Biography
Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, historian, economist, and essayist known for his influential system of philosophical empiricism.
Life Dates
Born: May 7, 1711
Died: August 25, 1776
Notable Quotes
"Beauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them."
"A wise man proportions his belief to the evidence."
"Custom is the great guide of human life."
"The life of man is of no greater importance to the universe than that of an oyster."
"Truth springs from argument amongst friends."