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What is the etymological meaning of philosophy?

Love of wisdom.

What two major branches of philosophy are covered in Lesson 3?

Metaphysics and Epistemology.

What does metaphysics study?

The ultimate nature of reality or existence.

What are the four aspects of metaphysical questions?

Cosmological, Theological, Anthropological, and Ontological.

What is epistemology?

The study of the nature, scope, meaning, and possibility of knowledge.

What is the main concern of axiology?

The philosophical study of value.

What are the three main branches of ethics?

Meta-ethics, Normative ethics, and Applied ethics.

What is the definition of logic in philosophy?

The study or theory of principles of right reasoning.

What is the significance of 'questioning the apparent' in philosophy?

It refers to the ability to deal creatively with the phenomenal world, going beyond common understanding.

What does the Socratic statement 'The unexamined life is not worth living' imply about the study of philosophy?

It emphasizes the importance of self-examination and critical reflection in life.

What are some benefits of studying philosophy?

Critical examination of life, self-actualization, intellectual independence, and the development of creative thinking.

What is the main aim of metaphysics?

To seek an irreducible foundation of reality or 'first principles'.

What does epistemology explore regarding knowledge?

The sources, validity, and nature of knowledge.

What are some philosophical questions that frame ethical debates?

What is good/bad? What is right/wrong? What is the ultimate foundation of moral principles?

How is logic defined in the context of argumentation?

Logic evaluates the validity and soundness of arguments.

What characterizes philosophy as a critical enterprise?

It involves rational criticism, analysis, and examination of ideas and beliefs.

What is the purpose of philosophical inquiry according to Vincent Barry?

To formulate proper questions and resolve them by rigorous analysis.

How does philosophy contribute to intellectual and behavioral independence?

By helping individuals develop their own opinions and beliefs.

What role does wonder play in philosophy according to Socratic thought?

It is the feeling that initiates philosophical inquiry.

How do different philosophers view the nature of reality?

They offer various interpretations that influence their perspectives on existence.