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Which of the following best describes the initial impetus behind philosophical inquiry?
Which of the following best describes the initial impetus behind philosophical inquiry?
- The experience of wonder. (correct)
- The need to conform to societal norms.
- The pursuit of power and influence.
- The desire for wealth and prosperity.
How does philosophy extend beyond simple perception?
How does philosophy extend beyond simple perception?
- It relies exclusively on sensory experiences.
- It seeks a deeper understanding of knowledge. (correct)
- It avoids any practical applications.
- It focuses solely on abstract theories.
In what way does philosophy relate to practical matters?
In what way does philosophy relate to practical matters?
- Philosophy is limited to historical analysis.
- Philosophy remains strictly theoretical with no real-world application.
- Philosophy often connects to real-world issues and practical uses. (correct)
- Philosophy only addresses ethical concerns.
How does having a wider perspective impact one's thinking?
How does having a wider perspective impact one's thinking?
Why is it important to set aside prejudices in philosophical study?
Why is it important to set aside prejudices in philosophical study?
Which statement is most accurate regarding philosophical truths?
Which statement is most accurate regarding philosophical truths?
According to Socrates, what is essential to attain absolute truth?
According to Socrates, what is essential to attain absolute truth?
What is the primary goal of Socratic dialogue?
What is the primary goal of Socratic dialogue?
Which characteristic is most often used to distinguish humans from other animals in philosophy?
Which characteristic is most often used to distinguish humans from other animals in philosophy?
What aspect of human existence did Avicenna emphasize in his philosophical views, following Plato's dualism?
What aspect of human existence did Avicenna emphasize in his philosophical views, following Plato's dualism?
Which philosopher is known for the idea that 'everything changes except change itself'?
Which philosopher is known for the idea that 'everything changes except change itself'?
Descartes is primarily known for what philosophical approach?
Descartes is primarily known for what philosophical approach?
What is often considered the ultimate objective in the search for philosophical knowledge?
What is often considered the ultimate objective in the search for philosophical knowledge?
What does pan-determinism suggest about human capacity?
What does pan-determinism suggest about human capacity?
What becomes a necessary way to humanize a person?
What becomes a necessary way to humanize a person?
What was the primary focus of medieval philosophies?
What was the primary focus of medieval philosophies?
What does psychological determinism suggest?
What does psychological determinism suggest?
What is the central idea behind sociological determinism?
What is the central idea behind sociological determinism?
What does the 'holistic perspective' emphasize according to the text?
What does the 'holistic perspective' emphasize according to the text?
What does physiological determinism imply?
What does physiological determinism imply?
What does the cave represent in the allegory of the cave?
What does the cave represent in the allegory of the cave?
What are informal fallacies?
What are informal fallacies?
What does the 'Ad Hominem' fallacy involve?
What does the 'Ad Hominem' fallacy involve?
What is the core of the 'Ad Populum' fallacy?
What is the core of the 'Ad Populum' fallacy?
What method does the 'Ad Baculum' fallacy employ?
What method does the 'Ad Baculum' fallacy employ?
What is the essence of the 'Ad Misericordiam' fallacy?
What is the essence of the 'Ad Misericordiam' fallacy?
What characterizes the 'Appeal to ignorance' fallacy?
What characterizes the 'Appeal to ignorance' fallacy?
What characterizes the 'Appeal to authority (Ad Verecundiam)' fallacy?
What characterizes the 'Appeal to authority (Ad Verecundiam)' fallacy?
What defines a 'hasty generalization'?
What defines a 'hasty generalization'?
What does the 'false cause (Post Hoc)' fallacy assume?
What does the 'false cause (Post Hoc)' fallacy assume?
Who is considered the first philosopher who revolutionized the way of thinking?
Who is considered the first philosopher who revolutionized the way of thinking?
What did ancient philosophers primarily seek to understand?
What did ancient philosophers primarily seek to understand?
What concept was Avicenna's contribution influential in understanding about Medieval philosophy?
What concept was Avicenna's contribution influential in understanding about Medieval philosophy?
What was a predominant focus of medieval philosophy?
What was a predominant focus of medieval philosophy?
What characterizes the 'Modern' era of philosophy?
What characterizes the 'Modern' era of philosophy?
What is a central quest of philosophers in the Modern era?
What is a central quest of philosophers in the Modern era?
What is the primary focus of 'Contemporary' philosophy?
What is the primary focus of 'Contemporary' philosophy?
What does Contemporary philosophy emphasize as a basis for understanding?
What does Contemporary philosophy emphasize as a basis for understanding?
Flashcards
Wonder
Wonder
The beginning of philosophy, inspiring inquiry and critical thinking.
"love of wisdom"
"love of wisdom"
A deeper pursuit of knowledge rather than mere perception.
Philosophy's focus
Philosophy's focus
Relates abstract ideas to practical applications.
Set aside prejudices
Set aside prejudices
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Philosophical truths
Philosophical truths
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Socratic philosophy
Socratic philosophy
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Socratic dialogue
Socratic dialogue
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Rational being
Rational being
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Avicenna
Avicenna
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Heraclitus
Heraclitus
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Descartes
Descartes
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Search for knowledge
Search for knowledge
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Pan-determinism
Pan-determinism
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Humana agency
Humana agency
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Philosophy through wisdom and knowledge
Philosophy through wisdom and knowledge
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Theocentric
Theocentric
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Psychological determinism
Psychological determinism
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Sociological determinism
Sociological determinism
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Holistic perspective
Holistic perspective
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Physiological determinism
Physiological determinism
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Allegory of the cave
Allegory of the cave
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Informal fallacies
Informal fallacies
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Ad Hominem
Ad Hominem
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Appeal to people (Ad Populum)
Appeal to people (Ad Populum)
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Appeal to Force (Ad Baculum)
Appeal to Force (Ad Baculum)
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Appeal to pity (Ad Misericordiam)
Appeal to pity (Ad Misericordiam)
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Appeal to ignorance
Appeal to ignorance
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Appeal to authority (Ad Verecundiam)
Appeal to authority (Ad Verecundiam)
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Hasty generalization
Hasty generalization
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False cause (Post Hoc)
False cause (Post Hoc)
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Thales
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Modern
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Contemporary
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Study Notes
- Wonder is the starting point of philosophy, sparking philosophical inquiry and critical thinking.
- Philosophy is defined as the pursuit of knowledge rather than mere perception.
- Philosophy explores abstract ideas and relates to real-world issues and practical applications.
- A wider perspective encourages creativity and flexibility in thinking.
- Removing biases helps with clearer understanding and critical engagement with concepts.
- Philosophical truths are often debated and reinterpreted.
- Socrates said that avoiding ignorance is essential to attain absolute truth.
- Socratic philosophy emphasizes recognizing and confronting one's own ignorance.
- Socratic dialogue uses questions or doubts in arguments to arrive at truth, stimulating critical thinking.
- Man is a rational being, distinguishing them from other animals. Rationality is a defining characteristic of human beings.
- Avicenna, believed in dualism, following Plato's philosophy, focused on the "soul" governing the physical body.
- Aristotle founded the Lyceum, while Plato founded the Academy.
- Heraclitus believed that "everything changes except change itself."
- Descartes is known for rationalism and methodological skepticism.
- The ultimate goal in philosophy is absolute certainty.
- Pan-determinism disregards human capacity to take a stand, suggesting limited or nonexistent human agency.
- Through wisdom and knowledge, philosophy humanizes a person.
- Medieval philosophies were Theocentric, focusing on the nature and existence of God.
- Psychological determinism is a fallacy suggesting that mental states determine behavior, minimizing external factors.
- Sociological determinism implies social factors dictate behavior, disregarding individual agency. Human behavior is shaped by external conditions, not the inner self.
- "Knowledge requires a perspective beyond its material or sensual appearance"
- Physiological determinism suggests that physical conditions limit personal change.
- According to Aristotle, rationality is the defining trait of humanity.
- In the allegory of the cave, the cave represents ignorance and the confines of perceived reality, suggesting true knowledge transcends material existence.
Informal Fallacies
- Errors in reasoning that occur in everyday arguments
Ad Hominem
- Attacking the person making an argument rather than the argument itself.
Ad Populum
- Claiming something is true because many people believe it.
Ad Baculum
- Using threats to persuade someone.
Ad Misericordiam
- Evoking pity to persuade.
Appeal to Ignorance
- Claiming something is true because it hasn't been proven false.
Ad Verecundiam
- Relying on the opinion of an authority figure instead of evidence.
Hasty Generalization
- Insufficient evidence leads to a broad claim.
Post Hoc
- Assuming that one event caused another simply because it preceded it.
Ancient Philosophy
- Thales revolutionized thought and shifted from mythological to rational explanations.
- Ancient philosophers sought to understand existence and the foundations of reality or Cosmos.
Medieval Philosophy
- Avicenna's dualism influenced the understanding of mind-body separation.
- Avicenna's dualism distinguished the mind from the physical body.
- The focus was heavily on theological questions, like the soul and God's existence.
- Philosophers aimed to overcome the problem of evil, focusing on its nature in a theological context.
Modern Philosophy
- Science and mathematics influenced the different themes of philosophy.
- Integrated scientific methods into philosophical inquiry.
- Philosophers focused on how knowledge is acquired.
Contemporary Philosophy
- Pragmatism is the main focus, emphasizing the search for meaning, purpose, and applications in understanding human existence.
- The development of science challenged traditional philosophical inquiries.
- The analysis of human experience is the foundation, focusing on subjective experience as a basis for understanding.
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An introduction to philosophy, its nature, and importance. Philosophy starts with wonder and involves the pursuit of knowledge. It emphasizes critical thinking, rationality, and the recognition of one's ignorance according to Socratic principles.
