Everything can be argued

It funny how we come up with truths in our lives only to find out that it can be argued. Even this topic can be argued, let alone the popular ones like god, reality, energy, etc.

Even if it is believed to be a solid fact doesn't mean it can't be argued.

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Very true.. but they're not all winning arguments.

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That is precisely why this site is here and continues to flourish. Some things are not easily explained or agreed on for good reason. Maybe because there is simply not a "right or wrong" interpretation, or that there is no scientific evidence to prove definitively one theory (the subjective nature of truth, reality, philosophy, etc. makes it very difficult).

My advice...seek knowledge from others, consider perspectives...but ultimately a bit of healthy skepticism and arguing can be beneficial and enriching.

PS. My first reply was lost due to the technical difficulties experienced on ATS...so i'll apologize in advance for the 2nd time around not being as insightful.

Originally posted by Ralphy
Even this topic can be argued...

No it can't.

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Very true. Philosophy allows us to explore even the most basic of ideas from a range of perspectives and interpretations. While some things deserve to stay simple, at least this makes life more interesting.

conflict is in our nature.
argument isn't always a bad thing as it sometimes leads to new truths but that is rare.

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Long live Relativism

Peace

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Everything can be argued.

It does depend how we define everything though. If Everything means all existing arguments, then you may be right. If Everything means all possible arguments, then you may be wrong.

Originally posted by nerbot
No it can't.

The moment I read your response, "No it can't" .... I immediately thought of a classic Monty Python sketch:



It clearly demonstrates, as others have already mentioned, that "everything" can be argued.

Keeping in mind that the apparent purpose of any argument is, ostensibly, to convince someone to alter or to altogether drop their own position in favor of another's, it's important to keep in mind that some arguments are simply un-winnable. Some people will simply not alter their positions -- right or wrong.

Ultimately, when reaching an impasse, it's important to be able to "agree to disagree" and to walk away. Of course, one could always simply continue arguing .....