The Problems of Philosophy

Russell in these chapters is trying to explain and discuss the whole issue of honesty and truth. Here, the author examines various components of the truth and falsehood. He discusses that various aspects of truth in the text, what the author takes to mean the fact and also how the general message of truth is propagated in the society today. The author also discusses the fundamental things that make up the knowledge that the people in the society share as the truth and what is worth taking into account in the society. Multiple components and dimensions of truth are discussed in this chapter. The power of knowledge is subject to philosophical questioning. Philosophy can also be used to explain the many knowledgeable activities that occur in the society.