Lesson 39- Philosophy And Logic

Question 0

Candor

Answer 0

Sincerity

Question 1

Aphorism

Answer 1

A brief statement of a principle

Question 2

Credo

Answer 2

Belief

Question 3

Dogma

Answer 3

An established opinion or belief

Question 4

Empirical

Answer 4

Guided by practical experience and not theoretical

Question 5

Epistemology

Answer 5

The division of philosophy that investigates the nature, origin, methods, and limits of human knowledge

Question 6

Fallacy

Answer 6

An idea or opinion founded on mistaken logic or perception

Question 7

Hedonism

Answer 7

Pursuit of or devotion to pleasure

Question 8

Pragmatism

Answer 8

A tendency in the conduct of political affairs- characterized by the rejection of theory/ precedent and the use of practical means

Question 9

Predestination

Answer 9

God has decided what will come especially the salvation or damnation of souls

Question 10

Syllogism

Answer 10

Form of deductive reasoning consisting of a major premise, minor premise, and a conclusion

Question 11

Teleology

Answer 11

Design, purpose, or utility as an explanation for natural phenomenon

Question 12

Tenet

Answer 12

An opinion or doctrine held to be true

Question 13

Theosophy

Answer 13

A system of philosophy or religion that proposes to establish direct, mystical contact with divine principles through contemplation or revelation

Question 14

Utilitarian

Answer 14

Stressing the value of practical over aesthetic values