Q1 Exam: Logic - Last Flashcards
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A branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of thinking and reasoning that uses empirical support and information which are reliable, valid and objective.
LOGIC
A branch of philosophy that deals with the examination of existence
Metaphysics
- studies the process of attaining knowledge
- is the explanation of how we think
Epistemology
What are the 3 Normative?
- Ethics
- Politics
- Aesthetics
a branch of branch of philosophy dealing dealing with correct judgment
Ethics
tells you how a society must be set up and how one should act within a society
Politics
a branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of beauty and taste, as well as the philosophy of art
Aesthetics
What are the 4 major questions that Philosophers ponder upon?
- Reality
- Certainty
- Causality
- Ethics
- The state of existence of things independent of human consciousness.
- It includes physical things that we see, feel, taste, and smell and things that we cannot easily perceive and comprehend.
- Include things that already existed, things that presently exist, and things that are yet to exist.
The Question of REALITY
What are the 2 Categories of REALITY?
- Concrete reality
- Abstract reality
Refers to things that physically exist
Concrete reality
Refers to things that DO NOT physically exist
Abstract reality
A branch of metaphysics, ontology, focuses on the classification of existing things.
METAPHYSICS
refers to perfect knowledge that is free from error or doubt.
Central concept is TRUTH
The Question of CERTAINTY
believes that knowledge is a priori knowledge or based on reasoning independent of any experience
RATIONALISM
Questions the certainty of established doctrines or truths and believes that the mind has limits in perceiving and understanding reality, thus, all knowledge uncertain.
SKEPTICISM
Considers knowledge to be a posteriori knowledge or knowledge gained from experience
EMPIRICISM
- Causes of events and phenomena
- Examining the cause-and-effect relationship.
The Question of CAUSALITY
which shows that each event is determined or influenced by a specific set of events or factors that are causally related.
Determinism
refers to a predetermined course of events leading to a specific outcome or future
Destiny
Branch of philosophy that studies causality
ETIOLOGYA
A branch which deals with the question of purpose
TELEOLOGY
Deals with the standards of right and wrong which define human behavior
As a field of study, it discusses and defines concepts and principles that are meant to govern reasoning and action.
The Question of ETHICS
The branch that seeks to apply and analyze these concepts in various situations, contexts, and cultures, and recommends guidelines that will govern the decision and actions of people.
Ethics or Moral Philosophy