Philosophy of the Mind

Question 1

What is metaphysics?

Answer 1

The study of first principles, dealing with abstract concepts such as being, identity, time, and space.

Question 2

What is ontology?

Answer 2

A branch of metaphysics focused on the nature of being and the relationships between different forms of existence.

Question 3

What is epistemology?

Answer 3

The study of the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge

Question 4

What are the key differences between rationalism and empiricism?

Answer 4

Rationalism: Knowledge gained through reasoning (deductive); relies on innate knowledge (e.g., Plato, Descartes).
Empiricism: Knowledge gained through sensory experience (inductive reasoning).