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What is the origin of the word 'philosophy'?
What is the origin of the word 'philosophy'?
Socrates is known for formulating the Pythagorean theorem.
Socrates is known for formulating the Pythagorean theorem.
False
What is one of the main focuses of philosophy?
What is one of the main focuses of philosophy?
To investigate the ultimate causes, reasons, and principles governing all things.
______ believed that philosophy could enable a man to live a life of happiness.
______ believed that philosophy could enable a man to live a life of happiness.
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Match the following philosophers with their key contributions:
Match the following philosophers with their key contributions:
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What does a holistic perspective emphasize?
What does a holistic perspective emphasize?
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Diogenes of Sinope promoted a complex and extravagant lifestyle.
Diogenes of Sinope promoted a complex and extravagant lifestyle.
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The process of examining a topic through a series of questions is known as the ______ method.
The process of examining a topic through a series of questions is known as the ______ method.
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What is Plato’s Theory of Forms based on?
What is Plato’s Theory of Forms based on?
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Aristotle believed that all ideas and views are solely based on ideas detached from sensory perception.
Aristotle believed that all ideas and views are solely based on ideas detached from sensory perception.
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What method of inquiry is Plato known for?
What method of inquiry is Plato known for?
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In philosophy, the ______ describes the perception of an event or phenomenon.
In philosophy, the ______ describes the perception of an event or phenomenon.
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Match the following philosophers to their contributions:
Match the following philosophers to their contributions:
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Which of the following best defines holistic medicine?
Which of the following best defines holistic medicine?
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Partial thinking is primarily concerned with large-scale patterns.
Partial thinking is primarily concerned with large-scale patterns.
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What institution did Plato found?
What institution did Plato found?
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What is a key benefit of doing philosophy according to the content?
What is a key benefit of doing philosophy according to the content?
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Rene Descartes believed that the need to philosophize arises from our sense of wonder.
Rene Descartes believed that the need to philosophize arises from our sense of wonder.
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Why do we philosophize according to Plato?
Why do we philosophize according to Plato?
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The ______ perspective is always required when doing philosophy.
The ______ perspective is always required when doing philosophy.
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Match each philosopher with their view on the need to philosophize:
Match each philosopher with their view on the need to philosophize:
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What phrase describes the challenges in human life as mentioned in the content?
What phrase describes the challenges in human life as mentioned in the content?
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Philosophy is a distinct area of knowledge with specific goals and concerns.
Philosophy is a distinct area of knowledge with specific goals and concerns.
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To love wisdom is to have an insatiable desire for ______.
To love wisdom is to have an insatiable desire for ______.
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What does holistic thinking primarily focus on?
What does holistic thinking primarily focus on?
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Philosophical reflection can help improve problem-solving skills.
Philosophical reflection can help improve problem-solving skills.
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Who stated, 'the unexamined life is not worth living'?
Who stated, 'the unexamined life is not worth living'?
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Philosophy improves ______ and decision making.
Philosophy improves ______ and decision making.
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Match the following thinking styles with their definitions:
Match the following thinking styles with their definitions:
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What is the primary intended outcome of philosophizing?
What is the primary intended outcome of philosophizing?
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Partial thinking is more beneficial than holistic thinking.
Partial thinking is more beneficial than holistic thinking.
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What is an example of a deliberate reflection activity?
What is an example of a deliberate reflection activity?
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What is one primary benefit of adopting a holistic perspective in life?
What is one primary benefit of adopting a holistic perspective in life?
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Philosophy does not play a significant role in developing decision-making skills.
Philosophy does not play a significant role in developing decision-making skills.
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What is one skill developed through engagement in philosophical reflection?
What is one skill developed through engagement in philosophical reflection?
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Philosophy contributes to a person's self-__________ and identity.
Philosophy contributes to a person's self-__________ and identity.
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Which of the following is NOT a skill learned through philosophy?
Which of the following is NOT a skill learned through philosophy?
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The study of philosophy helps individuals become unclear in expressing their ideas.
The study of philosophy helps individuals become unclear in expressing their ideas.
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Why is critical thinking important according to the philosophical perspective?
Why is critical thinking important according to the philosophical perspective?
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Match the following philosophical contributions with their descriptions:
Match the following philosophical contributions with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Introduction to Philosophy
- Philosophy stems from Greek words philos (love) and sophia (wisdom)
- Ancient Greeks used this term for the love of wisdom and the study using reason to understand ultimate causes, reasons, and principles governing things.
- Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
Objectives
- Distinguish a holistic perspective from a partial point of view
- Realize the value of philosophy in obtaining a broad perspective on life
- Do a philosophical reflection on a concrete situation from a holistic perspective
Lesson 1: The Holistic and Partial Point of View
- Holistic thinking considers large-scale patterns in systems
- Holistic perspective requires an open mindset and the ability to get a general sense/impression about a situation
- Partial thinking focuses on specific aspects of a situation
- Partial view is an important component of analytical thinking
Notable Ancient Greek Philosophers
- Pythagoras (570 BCE - 495 BCE): Mathematician and scientist credited with the Pythagorean theorem
- Heraclitus (535 BCE - 475 BCE): Proposed everything is based on a higher order/plan which he called logos
- Democritus (460 BCE - 370 BCE): Studied the causes of natural phenomena
- Diogenes of Sinope (412 BCE - 323 BCE): Advocate of a simple and virtuous life
- Epicurus (341 BCE - 270 BCE): Believed philosophy enables a life of happiness
- Socrates (470 BCE - 399 BCE): Foremost philosopher of ancient times, formulated the Socratic method to examine topics through questioning
- Plato (427 BCE - 347 BCE): Student of Socrates, wrote down his mentor's teachings and developed his own, including the Theory of Forms (everything exists based on an idea/template) and dialectic (method of inquiry)
- Aristotle (384 BCE - 322 BCE): Prominent student of Plato, believed all ideas/views are based on perception, developed logic and deductive reasoning
The Value of Doing Philosophy in Obtaining a Broad Perspective on Life
- Humans have a natural tendency to wonder and doubt, driving the need to philosophize
- Philosophers are good communicators who clearly present their ideas
- Philosophy is applied in everyday activities by evaluating and reflecting on different aspects of a situation
Doing Philosophical Reflection
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"Life is not a bed of roses" implies human life is often fraught with challenges.
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Reflection is important for examining thoughts, feelings, and actions to improve self-understanding.
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Philosophy aids daily lives by developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Philosophy allows for precise and clear communication of ideas during discussions and debates
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Philosophical reflection leads to self-development through gaining a better understanding of one's strengths, weaknesses, values, purpose, identity, and place amidst the community, nation, and world.
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Plato and others traced the need for philosophy back to the human sense of wonder and the need to understand how events come about (doubt).
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Karl Jaspers argued that philosophy is necessary to address and gain perspective by rising above challenging experiences.
Doing Philosophy in daily life
- Includes having a holistic point of view
- Enhances knowledge and wisdom by guiding the application of knowledge to daily life situations in order to make sound choices.
- Encourages self-development.
- Gaining a holistic point of view is important before any conclusions are made.
- Helps in learning from mistakes
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of philosophy, focusing on distinguishing between holistic and partial points of view. It emphasizes the importance of philosophy in understanding existence, knowledge, and values through a broader lens. Reflect on how these perspectives influence our interpretations of concrete situations.
