self-evident principles
[/ˌself ˈɛvɪdənt ˈprɪnsəpəlz/]
noun phrase
princípios auto-evidentes
1. Truths or foundational ideas that are so obvious or clear that they require no proof or explanation; axiomatic principles accepted without need for demonstration
The Declaration of Independence asserts that all men are created equal as one of its self-evident principles.
A Declaração de Independência afirma que todos os homens são criados iguais como um de seus princípios auto-evidentes.
2. Basic truths that are universally recognized and understood without requiring logical argument or empirical evidence
Mathematics operates from self-evident principles like the law of non-contradiction.
A matemática opera a partir de princípios auto-evidentes como a lei da não-contradição.
This phrase is deeply rooted in American political philosophy, particularly in the U.S. Declaration of Independence (1776), which states that certain truths are 'self-evident.' In Brazilian Portuguese culture, the concept appears frequently in legal and philosophical discourse, especially when discussing constitutional principles and fundamental rights. The term carries significant weight in discussions about universal human rights and democratic values in both American and Brazilian contexts.
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