what is philosiphy anyways?

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Hi angelroze,

I found these definitions on the web.


phi·los·o·phy [ fi lóssəfee ] (plural phi·los·o·phies)

noun

1. philosophy examination of basic concepts: the branch of knowledge or academic study devoted to the systematic examination of basic concepts such as truth, existence, reality, causality, and freedom


2. philosophy system of thought: a particular system of thought or doctrine


3. philosophy guiding or underlying principles: a set of basic principles or concepts underlying a particular sphere of knowledge


4. set of beliefs or aims: a precept, or set of precepts, beliefs, principles, or aims, underlying somebody’s practice or conduct


5. calm resignation: restraint, resignation, or calmness and rationality in a person’s behavior or response to events


6. education the liberal arts: the branch of learning that includes the liberal arts and sciences and excludes medicine, law, and theology ( archaic )

Philosophical thinking often gets very dep and complicated!
Hope this helps a bit.

Philosophy comes from the Greek words philos and sophia, which mean love and wisdom. Philosophy, then, had the classical meaning of love of wisdom.

You're probably going to be more interested in the parts of philosophy, which also, being as parts are considered by many to constitute a whole, define it in a way.

I would start with logic, as the ability to define words and their meanings, sentences and their meanings, and syllogisms and their schemata lays the groundwork for the other parts of philosophical practice.

But I'm sure there are those who disagree with me.

I agree with Eddy.

Ones proper comprehension of ones language and the unambiguous use of it, are essential precursors to any deep thinking about the fundamental questions of existence which pervade our minds.

If the bricks and mortar are wrong, the building may stand, but not for long.

Best regards, Bill.