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A '''skeptic''' is one who questions the validity of a position until shown to their satisfaction that the position is warranted.  One whose philosophy on life leads them to be a skeptic by lifestyle is said to practice [[skepticism]].

A '''skeptic''' is one who questions the validity of a position until shown to their satisfaction that the position is warranted.  The nature of what can convince a skeptic will vary from person to person.  One whose philosophy on life leads them to be a skeptic by lifestyle is said to practice [[skepticism]].

 

"Doubting Thomas" in the [[Bible]] is an example in early literature of a skeptic, as he did not believe that [[Jesus]] had risen until he saw Him with his own eyes and put his fingers in the wounds on Jesus' body.

[[Category:Philosophy]]

[[Category:Philosophy]]