Philosophy of Being and Object of Study

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What is the primary consideration of a science in its formal object?

The subject matter of the study

The formal reasons and principles of things (correct)

The special interests of the subject matter

The material objects of the study

What branch of philosophy deals with the study of the physical world and the ultimate principles of bodily natures?

Ontology

Epistemology

Metaphysics

Cosmology (correct)

What is the most pervasive form of philosophical inquiry?

Ontology

Cosmology

Metaphysics (correct)

Epistemology

What is the study of beings in themselves?

Ontology Signup and view all the answers

What is the material object of philosophy?

Man, world, and God Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the object of a field of study?

To understand the scope of the study Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ontology in philosophical inquiry?

To study the nature, attributes, and principles of beings in their general states Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between cosmology and the study of certain objects that exist?

Cosmology helps understand certain objects that exist because of other objects Signup and view all the answers

What can be observed in the study of philosophy that helps determine its scope and limitations?

The formal object of philosophy Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of philosophy deals with the study of the divine reality without theological foundations?

Theodicy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of philosophical inquiry in relation to the world?

To determine the ultimate reasons, causes, and principles Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher is associated with the five proofs of divine existence?

Thomas Aquinas Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the study of cosmology in philosophy?

The study of material objects and their movements Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of philosophical inquiry in relation to the divine reality?

To arrive at conclusive statements about the divine essence and existence Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of the essence and existence of God referred to as?

Theodicy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the temporary nature of things that depend on the existence of force and energy?

Temporariness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of the branch of philosophy that deals with values?

The morality of human conduct Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of philosophy is concerned with the deeper understanding of beauty?

Aesthetics Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind the statement 'beauty lies in the eye of the beholder'?

Beauty is partly subjective and partly objective Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of philosophy deals with the study of correct inferential thinking and valid reasoning?

Logic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of philosophical inquiry in the context of human conduct?

The morality of human actions Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of philosophy is concerned with the study of human knowledge and its limits?

Epistemology Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between objectivity and subjectivity in the context of beauty?

Objectivity and subjectivity are intertwined Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the concept of values in human life?

It is essential for human well-being and flourishing Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Object of Philosophy

The object of philosophy covers all things, including man, world, and God.
It is essential to uncover the object and scope of a field of study.
The material object of philosophy is the subject matter it covers, which is everything.
The formal object of philosophy is the formal reasons and principles of things.

Branches of Philosophy

A. Ontology or Metaphysics

Study of beings in themselves, covering nature, attributes, and principles of beings in their general states.
Deals with the basic overview of classical philosophy.

B. Cosmology

Study of the physical world and the ultimate principles of bodily natures.
Explores why certain things exist because of certain objects, which may not be observable.

C. Theodicy (Study of the Divine Reality)

Examines the essence and existence of God without theological foundations.
Uses pure human reason to arrive at conclusive statements that prove divine essence and existence.

D. Ethics

Investigates the nature and morality of human conduct.
Concerned with human knowledge and the extent of human responsibility for their actions.

E. Aesthetics or Philosophy of Beauty

Explores the deeper understanding of beauty in things.
Debates subjectivity vs objectivity in judging things of beauty.

F. Axiology or Philosophy of Values

Studies the concept of Values, including life and death as real-life situations and destiny.

G. Logic

Examines correct inferential thinking and valid reasoning to attain an understandable and valid conclusion.

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Understand the significance of ontology and metaphysics in philosophy, and how they relate to the object and scope of a field of study. Learn about the importance of uncovering the subject matter in any field.