2007-03-11 15:25:52 · 8 answers · asked by mrsb 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Philosophy:
1. the rational investigation of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct.
2. any of the three branches, namely natural philosophy, moral philosophy, and metaphysical philosophy, that are accepted as composing this study.
3. a system of philosophical doctrine: the philosophy of Spinoza.
4. the critical study of the basic principles and concepts of a particular branch of knowledge, esp. with a view to improving or reconstituting them: the philosophy of science.
5. a system of principles for guidance in practical affairs.
6. a philosophical attitude, as one of composure and calm in the presence of troubles or annoyances.
2007-03-11 15:36:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Literally.. It is derived from the Greek word SOPHEY, meaning WISDOM.
2007-03-11 22:33:14 · answer #2 · answered by Aadel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its when people try to find out the meaning of life and look deeper into it
but i think we should just work on getting through our own lives
2007-03-11 23:17:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Looking for a black cat in a dark room.
Religion is looking for the cat after it left the room.
2007-03-11 22:41:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
literally from the Greek = love of wisdom
2007-03-11 22:29:32 · answer #5 · answered by Rick 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The contemplation of timeless paradigms or ideas.
2007-03-11 22:50:15 · answer #6 · answered by sokrates 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A way out.
2007-03-11 22:37:50 · answer #7 · answered by Julian 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lover of wisdom
2007-03-12 02:14:03 · answer #8 · answered by jubart 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋