David Hume

(1711–1776) · Scottish Philosopher, historian, and economist

David Hume was a Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist who was a central figure in the Scottish Enlightenment. He was known for his skepticism, empiricism, and ideas about human nature. Hume's philosophy emphasized scientific methods and experience, and he was wary of speculative philosophy and the fanaticism he associated with political and religious ideologies.