Answer to Question #103292 in Philosophy for Osondu Judith Mmasinachi

Question

What is philosophy

Answer 1

According to Socrates, Philosophy is a theory that uses logic and reason to understand reality and respond to the fundamental concerns about morality, life, and human nature (Wolfsdorf, 2020). It originated from the Greek word 'Philosopha,' which means the love of wisdom. Similarly, philosophy according to Plato refers to the constant questioning of human thoughts and the nature of the universe (Gerson, 2017).

References

Wolfsdorf, D. (2020). The Ethical Philosophy of the Historical Socrates. Early Greek Ethics.

Gerson, L. P. (2017). Plato, Platonism, and the History of Philosophy. In What Makes a Philosopher Great? (pp. 12-29). Routledge.