In my first comment, I made a point about what is called knowledge. Read this thread again and you will see I don't object to the common usage - I was merely trying to address the original commentator's confusion.
As you say, you agree certain things you believe (earth shape, birth date) but do not know, you nevertheless characterise as 'practical knowledge'. This is fine, and a common usage. I get it.
What I would ask you though, is whether there is a value to you or in general in using the word 'know' as distinct from 'believe' - does 'know' mean something special that 'believe' cannot mean? And what about 'think' or 'feel' - can these also be used instead of 'know'?
I personally do find a value in trying to say what I mean (and no more!) - I try not to overstate or understate my position. I appreciate when others also try to be clear.
I am perhaps a bit excessive in this with my own behaviour as I consider it a form of lie to over- or under- state something, as I may erroneously indicate a level of certainty that could mislead others. For me, being careful with language relates to my morality.
In my first comment, I made a point about what is called knowledge. Read this thread again and you will see I don't object to the common usage - I was merely trying to address the original commentator's confusion.
As you say, you agree certain things you believe (earth shape, birth date) but do not know, you nevertheless characterise as 'practical knowledge'. This is fine, and a common usage. I get it.
What I would ask you though, is whether there is a value to you or in general in using the word 'know' as distinct from 'believe' - does 'know' mean something special that 'believe' cannot mean? And what about 'think' or 'feel' - can these also be used instead of 'know'?
I personally do find a value in trying to say what I mean (and no more!) - I try not to overstate or understate my position. I appreciate when others also try to be clear.
I am perhaps a bit excessive in this with my own behaviour as I consider it a form of lie to over- or under- state something, as I may erroneously indicate a level of certainty that could mislead others. For me, being careful with language relates to my morality.