Chapter-1-Doing-Philosophy-1-2-1
Philosophy originated in the 5th and 6th centuries in Greece, particularly in Miletus.
Early philosophers focused on understanding the natural world and the origins of the universe.
The term "natural philosopher" refers to those concerned with natural phenomena.
Recognized as the FIRST PHILOSOPHER.
He posed the question: "What is the basic stuff of the universe?"
Thales claimed that everything is derived from water.
Observed water's ability to transform between solid, liquid, and gas states.
Emphasized water's necessity for life.
Known for the "Pythagorean Theorem."
Regarded as the FATHER OF NUMBERS.
Proposed that "Everything must have come from numbers."
Coined the term "philosophy."
Classifies people into three categories:
Those who live to become rich and wealthy.
Those who seek fame.
Those who aim to understand the purpose of life.
Prominent teacher from Athens, known as the FATHER OF WESTERN PHILOSOPHY.
Famous for the Socratic Method of questioning, known as Elenchus.
Focuses on the art of questioning as a learning tool.
Socratic questioning promotes:
Higher order thoughts.
Inquiry into "WHY" and "HOW" of concepts.
Encourages critical thinking through exploration of various subjects.
Socrates' inquiry focuses on metrics for measuring success in life.
Notable sayings:
"I know that I know nothing."
"The unexamined life is not worth living."
A student of Socrates who founded an Academy in Athens.
Regarded as the FATHER OF IDEALISM.
Proposed the Theory of Ideas and Forms.
Belief in the superiority of ideas over material existence.
Student of Plato, recognized as the FATHER OF REALISM.
Focused on logic, ethics, and politics.
Advocated for recognizing objective reality.
Stressed the importance of perceiving truths as they are.
Entails careful examination of life's situations.
Involves evaluating alternatives and learning from experiences.
Questions to ask oneself:
"Will these fit me?"
"Do I look good in this color?"
"Is it reasonable to buy this shirt?"
Two methods of analysis:
Partial Thinking
Holistic Thinking
Focus on specific aspects of a situation for analytical purposes.
Derived from the Greek "HOLOS," meaning whole.
A perspective that considers broader patterns and systems.
Assessment of the effectiveness of partial versus holistic thinking.
Discusses the concept of truth in relation to both thinking modes.
Reflect on how to apply lessons learned in real-life situations as a learner.
Wrap-up of the lesson with gratitude and encouragement for the day.
Philosophy originated in the 5th and 6th centuries in Greece, particularly in Miletus.
Early philosophers focused on understanding the natural world and the origins of the universe.
The term "natural philosopher" refers to those concerned with natural phenomena.
Recognized as the FIRST PHILOSOPHER.
He posed the question: "What is the basic stuff of the universe?"
Thales claimed that everything is derived from water.
Observed water's ability to transform between solid, liquid, and gas states.
Emphasized water's necessity for life.
Known for the "Pythagorean Theorem."
Regarded as the FATHER OF NUMBERS.
Proposed that "Everything must have come from numbers."
Coined the term "philosophy."
Classifies people into three categories:
Those who live to become rich and wealthy.
Those who seek fame.
Those who aim to understand the purpose of life.
Prominent teacher from Athens, known as the FATHER OF WESTERN PHILOSOPHY.
Famous for the Socratic Method of questioning, known as Elenchus.
Focuses on the art of questioning as a learning tool.
Socratic questioning promotes:
Higher order thoughts.
Inquiry into "WHY" and "HOW" of concepts.
Encourages critical thinking through exploration of various subjects.
Socrates' inquiry focuses on metrics for measuring success in life.
Notable sayings:
"I know that I know nothing."
"The unexamined life is not worth living."
A student of Socrates who founded an Academy in Athens.
Regarded as the FATHER OF IDEALISM.
Proposed the Theory of Ideas and Forms.
Belief in the superiority of ideas over material existence.
Student of Plato, recognized as the FATHER OF REALISM.
Focused on logic, ethics, and politics.
Advocated for recognizing objective reality.
Stressed the importance of perceiving truths as they are.
Entails careful examination of life's situations.
Involves evaluating alternatives and learning from experiences.
Questions to ask oneself:
"Will these fit me?"
"Do I look good in this color?"
"Is it reasonable to buy this shirt?"
Two methods of analysis:
Partial Thinking
Holistic Thinking
Focus on specific aspects of a situation for analytical purposes.
Derived from the Greek "HOLOS," meaning whole.
A perspective that considers broader patterns and systems.
Assessment of the effectiveness of partial versus holistic thinking.
Discusses the concept of truth in relation to both thinking modes.
Reflect on how to apply lessons learned in real-life situations as a learner.
Wrap-up of the lesson with gratitude and encouragement for the day.