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A Philosophy Definition
A Philosophy Definition
A Philosophy Definition
A Philosophy Definition
Gerald T. Evangelista
A Philosophy Definition
value to actual affairs of this world. (Pecorino, 2000) Pecorino (2000) mentioned if not for the
Philosophy little bread would be baked, for bakers need reasons, motives and purposes in lives.
The complexity of the world we live is the result of the practice of philosophy. This paper will
Aristotle thought that Philosophy begins in wonder. (Pecorino, 2000) Philosophy means
the study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life. In addition, it is a set
of ideas about how to do something or how to live (Merriam-Webster). Rand, A. (2010) defined
philosophy studies the fundamental nature of existence, of man and of mans relationship to
existence. (as cited by Thomas, R. 2010). Contrary to Pecorino (2000) mentioned that
philosophy is not a Way of life, because every person does not have his or her own
Philosophy. Furthermore, in the hustle and bustle in the world we live in and in the
Curiosity, critical analysis and seeking for the truth are no longer observed. However,
philosophy plays an important role in our life. A person should never stop in seeking for an
answer; passion in seeking for truth will improve the life of the person. The scientist, before they
become scientist they are first philosopher, for they are looking for an answer. Though the
difference between the philosopher and scientist, philosopher will seek answer base on their own
perspective, on the other hand, the latter will seek answer base on experiment.
Philosophy is an academic discipline that exercises reason and continuous pursuit for
knowledge. In addition it is a motion of thought and ideas, which may become a way of life, for
a person, may not be aware or aware they keep looking for an answer.
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Reference
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webster.com/dictionary/philosophy
Thomas, R.W. (2010). What is philosophy? The Atlas Society. Retrieved from
http://atlassociety.org/objectivism/atlas-university/what -is-objectivism