Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Philosophy > Lesson 1 and 2 > Flashcards

Lesson 1 and 2 Flashcards

1
Q

the science of beings in their ultimate reasons, causes, and principles acquired by the aid of human reason alonethe science of beings in their ultimate reasons, causes, and principles acquired by the aid of human reason alone

A

philosophy

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

etymological definition of philosophy

A

love of wisdom

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

MEN HAVE THE TENDENCY TO WONDER

A

plato

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

MEN ALSO HAVE THE TENDENCY TO DOUBT

A

renes de cartes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

MEN DO PHILOSOPHIZE BECAUSE OF HIS/HER EXPERIENCE

A

karl jaspers

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

MEN’S LOVE FOR WISDOM

A

socrates

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Philosophy is a __ because the questioning is given more importance than the answers to the questions, since answers can become questions themselves

A

science

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

As a science of beings, it covers all the things that can be reached by the human mind. This includes man, the world, God, everything that is, or becomes, or is known.

A

philosophy is a science of beings

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

This means that philosophy studies the ultimate “whys and wherefores” of beings.

A

PHILOSOPHY SEARCHES FOR THE ULTIMATE REASONS, CAUSES AND PRINCIPLES OF BEINGS.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

The study of philosophy help us acquired by the aid of human reason alone. Meaning, philosophy doesn’t base its knowledge on authority, but solely on the reasoning power of the human mind

A

PHILOSOPHY USES THE POWER OR NATURAL LIGHT OF REASON

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

practical division of philosophy

A

LOGIC
AXIOLOGY
(ETHICS
AESTHETICS)
SEMANTICS

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Speculative division of philosophy

A

EPISTEMOLOGY
THEODICY
COSMOLOGY
PHILOSOPHICAL PSYCHOLOGY
METAPHYSICS

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

seeks to organize reasoning. It studies what makes a sound argument, an also the kind of mistakes we can make in reasoning.

A

logic

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

top-down reasoning
general principle/theory
specific conclusion

A

deductive reasoning

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

bottom-up reasoning
specific information or knowledge
general conclusion

A

inductive reasoning

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

focuses on values or worth.

A

axiology

17
Q

deals with moral issues, including questions about what is right or wrong. To evaluate whether intentions behind an action determine its goodness, or whether the actual outcome is what’s important

A

ethics

18
Q

is concerned with the nature and appreciation of art, beauty and good taste

A

aesthetics

19
Q

is the study of reference, meaning or truth. It studies the origin of language, the nature of its meaning an the usage

A

semantics

20
Q

deals with the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge

A

epistemology

21
Q

attempts to resolve the problem of evil and enable people to hold on to the possibility of God in the midst of pain and suffering.

A

theodicy

22
Q

deals with the origin and general structure of the universe, with its parts, elements and laws

A

cosmology

23
Q

studies the human mind or soul. It deals with the complex processes of the human mind

A

psychology

24
Q

deals with being and existence. The fundamental nature of reality.

A

metaphysics

25
Q

is vital in ensuring that our actions and decisions are well thought out and are done with due regard for their implications and consequences on others, our surroundings, and ourselves.

A

reflection

26
Q

Refers to a perspective that considers large-scale patterns in systems. This is often described as looking at the “big picture” when describing and analyzing a situation or a problem.

A

holistic thinking

27
Q

requires an individual to have an open mindset and the ability to get the general sense regarding a situation

A

holistic thinking

28
Q

way of thinking that focuses on the specific aspects of the situation.

A

partial thinking

29
Q

A __` perspective enable a person to step back and consider the general aspects of a certain problem. It gives rise to a more appreciative aspect about life, as we are able to look at life in its totality

A

holistic

Philosophy (7 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions