Birthdate: March 12, 1685
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: County Kilkenny, Ireland
Died: January 14, 1753
George Berkeley, also known as Bishop Berkeley, was an Anglo-Irish philosopher recognized for his theory of immaterialism or subjective idealism. He challenged the existence of material substance by suggesting that objects are ideas perceived by the mind. Berkeley’s notable works include “An Essay Towards a New Theory of Vision” and “Three Dialogues Between Hylas and Philonous.” He also critiqued Isaac Newton’s concepts on space, time, and motion in “De Motu” and authored works like “Alciphron” and “The Analyst.” Post-World War II, Berkeley’s work saw a resurgence in interest due to its insights into key philosophical matters.
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