ABSTRACT
The problem of the value of knowledge results from two solid but unfortunately opposing axiological intuitions. On one hand, as observed by Plato in the Meno (97a–d), as far as the achievement of our practical goals is concerned, knowledge does not seem more valuable than mere true belief. Animals do not need to know that a predator is coming in order to increase their chances of survival. A true belief is sufficient to make them run away. Or, to re-use Plato’s famous example, having a true belief about the way to Larissa is sufficient to reach Larissa. Knowledge seems superfluous. On the other hand, we do value knowledge more than true belief. Suppose someone gives you the choice between:
getting knowledge that this plant is toxic or
getting a mere true belief that this plant is toxic
