1. The Value of Philosophy by Bertrand Russell
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What is one of the main values of philosophy according to the text?

  • Promoting conformity to societal norms
  • Limiting perspectives to ensure consistency
  • Encouraging blind acceptance of beliefs
  • Stimulating intellectual growth and critical thinking (correct)

    • Which term best describes the intellectual state philosophy seeks to achieve according to the text?

  • Liberated (correct)
  • Closed-minded
  • Liberal
  • Traditional

    • What is the primary reason given in the text for studying philosophy?

  • To domesticate reality
  • To limit oneself to proven knowledge
  • To challenge existing convictions and beliefs (correct)
  • To find definitive answers to life's questions

    • How does philosophy challenge conventional wisdom?

    <p>By asking questions outside of the norm which may not have definitive answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does philosophical contemplation find satisfaction in?

    <p>Magnifying the objects contemplated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes philosophy from concrete sciences like Astronomy according to the text?

    <p>Its pursuit of abstract knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the danger of sticking to knowledge that is proven, prejudices, and biases?

    <p>It leaves out opportunities for growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it mentioned in the text that philosophers don't arrive at the same conclusions despite aiming for liberated intellect?

    <p>Because it is impossible to be totally free from personal biases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kierkegaard's statement 'A crowd is untruth' imply?

    <p>Individuals lose their responsibility in a crowd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does engaging in philosophical inquiries have on individuals according to the text?

    <p>Prompts consideration of unfamiliar possibilities and questioning habitual beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does philosophical contemplation differ from sticking to definitive answers?

    <p>It finds satisfaction in questioning beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the philosophical attitude as described in the text?

    <p>To engage in leisurely investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Values of Philosophy

    • One of the main values of philosophy is the pursuit of a liberated intellect, free from prejudices and biases.

    Intellectual State of Philosophy

    • The term that best describes the intellectual state philosophy seeks to achieve is a liberated intellect.

    Purpose of Studying Philosophy

    • The primary reason for studying philosophy is to cultivate a liberated intellect, which allows individuals to think freely and critically.

    Challenging Conventional Wisdom

    • Philosophy challenges conventional wisdom by questioning established knowledge and encouraging individuals to think critically and creatively.

    Satisfaction in Philosophical Contemplation

    • Philosophical contemplation finds satisfaction in the pursuit of understanding and the love of wisdom, rather than in the attainment of definitive answers.

    Distinction from Concrete Sciences

    • Philosophy is distinguished from concrete sciences like Astronomy in that it does not seek to arrive at definitive answers, but rather to understand and explore complex questions and ideas.

    Dangers of Sticking to Knowledge

    • The danger of sticking to knowledge that is proven, prejudices, and biases is that it can lead to intellectual stagnation and a lack of critical thinking.

    Philosophers' Diverse Conclusions

    • Philosophers may not arrive at the same conclusions despite aiming for a liberated intellect because they bring different perspectives and experiences to the inquiry.

    Kierkegaard's Statement

    • Kierkegaard's statement 'A crowd is untruth' implies that the collective opinion of a group may not always reflect the truth, and that individuals should think for themselves.

    Effect of Philosophical Inquiries

    • Engaging in philosophical inquiries has the effect of freeing individuals from prejudices and biases, allowing them to think critically and creatively.

    Distinguishing Philosophical Contemplation

    • Philosophical contemplation differs from sticking to definitive answers in that it is an ongoing process of exploration and inquiry, rather than a search for fixed truths.

    Purpose of Philosophical Attitude

    • The purpose of the philosophical attitude is to cultivate a mindset that is open to new ideas, critical of established knowledge, and committed to the pursuit of understanding and wisdom.

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