Classroom of the Elite: Unconfined Genius (Test Phase)

Vol.2. Chapter 1.1: The Genesis of a Strenuous Warfare

Matsuo Eichiiro's POV

It's a little abrupt, but please pay attention to the question I'm about to ask you and consider the response carefully.

My inquiry is, what is the truth?

It may appear to be a simple query, but it is far more convoluted than it appears.

If you were to pull out the dictionary or browse the internet to open Wikipedia, truth is the property of being in accordance with fact or reality. In everyday language, truth is typically ascribed to things that aim to represent actuality or otherwise correspond to it, such as beliefs, propositions, and declarative sentences.

Falsehood is frequently seen as the polar opposite of truth. Truth is argued in a variety of situations, including philosophy, art, theology, and science. Most human activities depend upon the concept, where its nature as a concept is assumed rather than being a subject of discussion; examples include most sciences, law, journalism, and everyday life.

Some philosophers believe that the concept of truth is fundamental and that it cannot be articulated in terms that are more understandable than the concept of truth itself. The most prevalent interpretation of truth is that it is the connection of language or idea to the mind-independent universe. The correspondence theory of truth is the name for this approach.

Various theories and views of truth continue to be debated among scholars, philosophers, and theologians. There are many different questions about the nature of truth which are still the subject of contemporary debates, such as:

How do we define truth?

Is it even possible to give an informative definition of truth?

What things are truth-bearers and are therefore capable of being true or false?

Are truth and falsehood bivalent, or are there other truth values?

What are the criteria of truth that allow us to identify it and to distinguish it from falsehood?

What role does truth play in constituting knowledge?

And is truth always absolute, or can it be relative to one's perspective?

For generations, there has been a struggle between what is truly good and what is truly wrong. Many conservatives still think that truth is pure reality with no room for deception. Others, contrastingly, feel that truth is relative - that it is a person's perception of ideals and decisions.

As a result, truth varies among people due to their differing viewpoints. However, the truth is something that everyone believes to be correct. Hence, it is heavily reliant on what individuals believe to be real. On the other hand, truth uttered with malice can be far more damaging than a lie. Therefore, truth is defined as a statement or expression that is consistent with reality and enjoyment.

Truth and the individuals who tell them are highly valued in today's culture. A fair and just society is built on the foundation of honourableness. Witnesses are expected to swear to tell the truth in court; this ensures that justice is served. Most modern religions have a viewpoint on the subject, and they hold the ideals of truthfulness in high regard.

Honesty can be divided into two categories: being true to others and being genuine to oneself. Although the two are not identical, they are inextricably intertwined.

People that are sincere have a greater grasp of themselves. They are aware of their talents and flaws, and they are not fooled by their achievements or failures. Truth assists individuals in expressing and revealing their actual selves. It aids them in accurately describing themselves and others, as well as keeping any pledges or obligations made.