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Introduction to Philosophy
What is Philosophy?
Etymologically speaking, the term Philosophy came from the Greek
word philos meaning “to love” and sophia meaning “wisdom.” So,
Philosophy litearally means “the love of wisdom”.
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Branches of Philosophy
Metaphysics. Metaphysics is considered to be the study of the
fundamental nature of existence as such, and the fundamental
questions of reality, both of man and of the world. It examines the
composition of the universe, and asks “what is the world -- including
us -- made of?” “What is the ultimate substance?”
Ethics. It is the study of values and human actions. You never heard
animals criticize people. Most of the time, people are criticized by
other people. And when you criticize, you study the action. It answers
the question “What do I do?” It is the way by which we identify our
values and follow them. Do we follow our own happiness, or do we
sacrifice ourselves to a greater cause?
Part of what you need to know while studying this course is Rational
Psychology or also called Philosophy of Man – one of the branches
of Philosophy that studies the principles of Man as a composite of
body and soul.
Activities:
1. Research assignment. Look for different meanings of philosophy
given by famous philosophers
Glossary
Composite - made of different parts or elements
Philos - To love.
Sophia - wisdom.
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References
(2006). Retrieved from http://www.philosophyetc.net/2006/04/ten-things-
everyone-should-know-about.html