Please I need detailed and well explained answer for the both parts. Thank You Q
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Question
Please I need detailed and well explained answer for the both parts. Thank You
Q.1-
a) How would you explain what philosophy is to someone who does not know? Be sure to identify the primary areas of philosophy and give an example of the kinds of questions covered in each.
b) Make the case that our culture is suffering from a kind of philosophical illiteracy. Don’t be overly general. Cite specific examples and patterns that support your case, being sure to explain exactly what you mean by “philosophical illiteracy.” *
Explanation / Answer
a) To put it simply, philosophy is the knowledge of knowledge or ‘thinking about thinking’ is philosophy. The investigation of the nature, causes, or principles of reality, knowledge, or values, based on logical reasoning rather than empirical methods. the study of the ultimate nature of existence, reality, knowledge and goodness, as discoverable by human reasoning falls under the study of philosophy. Also, human conduct, reasoning, basis of human existence & purpose are studied by these various philosophical doctrines.
b) Indeed, our culture is suffering from a kind of philosophical illiteracy. The new age of social media where narcissism begins to take over like an epidemic & where issues like bullying virtually is a proof of compassion deficit in people. Moreover, an important foundation of philosophy to be accepting of one’s shortcomings, enhance self awareness & work on them in order to be closer to one’s true potential. Today, however we operate in a world where un-mindful living & living virtually more often than living in reality takes over everyone. Again, a philosophically illiterate world, with an abundance of facts and information, results in pointless, ego driven, negligible effect, social media "debate", which serves no purpose but to satisfy narcissistic tendencies and desires of our ego. Because we're not taught to look for these things in ourselves, and evolve as thinking and feeling beings, and begin to understand who we are and what drives us at our core. Essentially right from the beginning, we are not taught the principle of self-reflection as children. We engage children in competition & being the first one in every sphere of life, however the art of true companionship & togetherness with peers isn’t given enough importance. This leads to creation of a world of self-centredness who wants to be at the top, even if that means being alone or having no social support. Most of our friendships too are revolving around materialistic benefits. Other mental diseases that are on a rise such as depression or anxiety is a culmination of this sort of upbringing.