The causal aspect in the cognitive theory of David Hume

Abstract. The article views the problem of the causal aspect in the cognitive theory, represented in the philosophy of D. Hume. The chapter of the D. Hume's "Enquiry concerning human understanding" that deals with the causality has been analyzed. The scientist's skepticism concerning the inductive principle related to causality has been revealed. An attempt to interpret Hume's theory of knowledge regarding the methodological aspect in teaching foreign languages has been made. The article also shows the opinion of the mentioned philosopher concerning the mystical phenomenon regarding the problem of causality in the cognitive theory.