WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY

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WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY?

• Etymological definition the love of wisdom
• Thinking about thinking
• An academic discipline
• A methodology which lies at the root of all
  subjects
• The practical activity of raising fundamental
  questions and attempting to answer them in
  thinking and writing

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Who is wise?

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• Someone who is faithful to the truth
• Someone who practices calm and serene judgment in
  everyday life
• Can a child be wise?
• Do you know who this is?

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What is your goal?How will you achieve it?

• Be active and responsible
• Read, reflect and discuss
• Ask Questions
• Be confident!

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The History of Philosophy

• Ancient Philosophy
• Medieval Philosophy
• Modern Philosophy
• Contemporary Philosophy

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Why try to prove the existence of God?

• Reconcile faith and reason
• Convert non-believers
• Increase the power of the Church
• Alleviate doubt and increase knowledge
• Be ridiculous?