Three branches of Philosophy Flashcards

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(Literally, “what is beyond physics or nature”) deals with the nature of the world and everything that exists

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Metaphysics

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often considered the first Greek philosopher, proposed that everything was made of water.

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Thales

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claimed that everything was in a state of flux or perpetual movement and that everything would start and end with fire.

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Heraclitus

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4
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Is the branch of philosophy which deals with knowledge and knowing.

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Epistemology

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Deals more with how we live and act and, as the name implies, places value on certain things.

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Value Theory

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Is the examination of principles related to right and wrong behavior in humans. It concentrates on moral dilemmas, ethical considerations, and appropriate conduct within a community.

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Ethics

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The study of aesthetics involves beauty, art, and taste. It investigates the elements of artistic worth, and how individuals perceive and analyze art.

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Aesthetics

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