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What is the Greek term for 'philosophy'?
What is the Greek term for 'philosophy'?
- philozoia
- sophieros
- philosophia (correct)
- philosophikos
Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'philos' in the context of 'philosophy'?
Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'philos' in the context of 'philosophy'?
- Knowledge
- Love (correct)
- Justice
- Power
What does 'sophia' translate to in English?
What does 'sophia' translate to in English?
- Analysis
- Wisdom (correct)
- Philosophy
- Friendship
Which of the following components of the word 'philosophy' means 'friendship'?
Which of the following components of the word 'philosophy' means 'friendship'?
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The term 'philosophia' is a combination of which two concepts?
The term 'philosophia' is a combination of which two concepts?
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Etymology of Philosophy
- "Philosophy" originates from the Greek word "philosophia" (φιλοσοφία).
- The term is a combination of two Greek words:
- "Philos" (φίλος) translates to "love" or "friendship."
- "Sophia" (σοφία) means "wisdom."
- This etymology highlights the fundamental nature of philosophy as a pursuit driven by the love of wisdom.
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