Branches of Philosophy PDF

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PanoramicUvarovite

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Quezon City University

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This document provides an overview of several key branches of philosophy. It includes explanations and examples for metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, ethics and logic. The document also explores sub-branches like ontology and cosmology, which are focused on being and the universe respectively.

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METAPHYSICS If things do not turn out as we wish, we should wish for them as they turn out! - Aristotle Metaphysics is a branch of philosophy that delves into the fundamental aspects of nature and reality, such as being, knowing, identity, time, and space. It explores the connection between t...

METAPHYSICS If things do not turn out as we wish, we should wish for them as they turn out! - Aristotle Metaphysics is a branch of philosophy that delves into the fundamental aspects of nature and reality, such as being, knowing, identity, time, and space. It explores the connection between the body and mind, addressing existential questions like 'Why are we here?'. Sub - Branches of Metaphysics Ontology This branch of philosophy studies beings. It finds answers about the correlation of two fundamental characters, such as a and b. Cosmology Understand the evolution and structure of the body and universe with Cosmology through one of the most interesting philosophy branches. It answers questions like, ‘What led to the beginning of the universe?’ and ‘What does the future of our universe look like?’ EPISTEMOLOGY "The study of knowledge" Epistemology is a branch of philosophy that focuses on the study of knowledge. It seeks to determine what constitutes true knowledge and the necessary conditions for it. Through gathering information and analyzing sources, epistemology helps us understand how to trust what we learn. AESTHETICS "The study of beauty and art" Aesthetics is a philosophy that studies beauty, taste, and art, analyzing aesthetic value through critical judgments. It explores how people form opinions on natural and artificial experiences, including visual art, music, poetry, theater, fashion, movies, sports, and nature, aiming to understand what makes art good. ETHICS "The study of moral values" Ethics, a major branch of philosophy, explores guidelines for moral behavior to distinguish between right and wrong. It helps answer questions about honesty and self-reflection, guiding us to make morally correct decisions in life. LOGIC "The study of reasoning" The study of logic involves analyzing correct reasoning and valid inference. It is a formal science that explores how conclusions are drawn from premises in a topic-neutral way. Comparing logical formal systems and ensuring compatibility with fundamental intuitions are key elements. Categories Of Logic Deductive Deductive logic, one of the most important philosophy branches helps to deal with different types of valid reasoning. It enables us to determine whether our answers are true based on the information we collected. Inductive As the name suggests, inductive logic resolves a specific problem, which may or may not be true.

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