Pure inductive knowledge cannot justify claims about the future.

Evidence

New knowledge must be derived from some measure of knowledge. We cannot affirm knowledge from a state of ignorance (lack of proof). Knowledge cannot be derived from ignorance. — Ruggero J. Aldisert, Agatha D. Aldisert, Logic for Lawyers- A Guide to Clear…, 1077 (#qualifies, via linked claim)

Categorization

  • XREF: connects to: No genuine knowledge can be derived from a state of ignorance — Ruggero J. Aldisert, Agatha D. Aldisert, Logic for Lawyers- A Guide to Clear…, 1077; Life cycle models cannot capture abstract concepts like trust. — TOMASZ OLEJNICZAK, Development of Trust in Low-Trust…, 188; Prediction of historical events is a practical act, not a scientific act of knowledge. (+3 more)

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