What is Philosophy?

[HoustonMilfDebbie]

Philosophy is done primarily through reflection and critical thought. It does not tend to rely on experiment. However, in some ways philosophy is close to science in its character and method; some Analytic philosophers have suggested that the method of philosophical analysis allows philosophers to emulate the methods of natural science; Quine holds that philosophy does no more than clarify the arguments and claims of other sciences. This suggests that philosophy might be the study of meaning and reasoning generally; but some still would claim either that this is not a science, or that if it is it ought not to be pursued by philosophers.

[Jackie S]

Philosophy is nothing more than an individules opinion.

Mass numbers of people recognize Aristotle as an example of a great philosopher.

Many people also recognize Charles Manson as a great philosopher.

[WTF]

Originally Posted by Jackie S

Philosophy is nothing more than an individules opinion.

Mass numbers of people recognize Aristotle as an example of a great philosopher.

Many people also recognize Charles Manson as a great philosopher.

Basically the teaching of the Bible is Philosophy...

[roaringfork]

Here's a negative definition: Philosophy is anti-hypnosis.

Here's the word used in a sentence: ""The outcome of the last two presidential elections is evidence that many Americans could use some training in philosophy."