Part 2: Philosophy as SCIENCE
Summary
TLDRIn this philosophy class, the instructor explores the meaning and essence of philosophy, focusing on its relationship with science and life. Philosophy is defined as the systematic study of first causes and highest principles using natural reason. The video highlights philosophy's role in understanding fundamental truths, distinct from other sciences, while still intertwined with them. An example of Albert Einstein's theory of relativity is used to illustrate how philosophy and science work together through logical reasoning and curiosity. Philosophy is shown as foundational to various disciplines like mathematics, social sciences, and psychology.
Takeaways
- đ Philosophy is the study of the first cause and highest principles of all things, using natural reason and logic.
- đ Philosophy and science are considered equal partners in helping to develop creative thought through systematic investigation.
- đ§ Philosophy requires logical reasoning and rational justification, which makes it a systematic discipline.
- đ§Ș Unlike other disciplines, philosophy does not seek to explain supernatural phenomena but instead relies on reason and evidence.
- đ©âđŹ The history of philosophy is closely linked with the natural sciences, as both involve a sense of wonder and logical reasoning to investigate reality.
- đ Albert Einstein's discovery of the theory of relativity is an example of using reasoning and wonder to explore scientific concepts.
- đ Einstein pondered what would happen if a car traveled at the speed of light, leading to his theory that light would appear to freeze at that speed.
- đ Einstein spent ten years proving his theory of relativity using astronomy and technology, demonstrating the importance of reason and evidence in philosophical and scientific exploration.
- đ Philosophy encompasses various fields, such as mathematics, social sciences, economics, psychology, and more, because it deals with the foundational principles of all knowledge.
- đ§ Philosophy helps to understand the highest principles of reality, which are fundamental to all scientific and intellectual disciplines.
Q & A
What is the etymological definition of philosophy?
-The etymological definition of philosophy refers to the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, and reason, using natural light and reasoning.
How is philosophy similar to science?
-Philosophy is similar to science in that both involve systematic investigation. Philosophy uses logical reasoning and rational justification, much like science, to explore fundamental principles.
What is meant by 'philosophy is systematic'?
-Philosophy is systematic because it requires logical reasoning and rational justification. It approaches questions in an organized and structured way, similar to scientific methods.
In what ways does philosophy differ from science?
-Philosophy differs from science because while it shares systematic investigation, it focuses on exploring the first causes or highest principles of all things, whereas science often deals with empirical observation and specific natural phenomena.
How are philosophy and the natural sciences intertwined?
-Philosophy and natural sciences are intertwined because many early philosophers were also scientists, using wonder and reasoning to investigate the natural world. Philosophical reasoning often laid the foundation for scientific inquiry.
Why is philosophy not used to explain supernatural revelations?
-Philosophy relies on natural light and reason to explain things, focusing on rationality and systematic inquiry, whereas supernatural revelations are based on faith or divine intervention, which are outside the scope of philosophical reasoning.
What example involving Albert Einstein is mentioned in the script?
-The script mentions Albert Einstein's thought experiment about what would happen if a car were moving at the speed of light. This question led to the development of his theory of relativity, demonstrating the power of reasoning and curiosity.
What role did reasoning and technology play in Einsteinâs theory of relativity?
-Einstein used reasoning and technology, specifically astronomy, to develop and prove his theory of relativity. His sense of wonder, combined with scientific tools, helped him formulate concepts about time and space.
What subjects does philosophy encompass according to the script?
-Philosophy covers all other sciences and disciplines, including mathematics, science, social sciences, economics, and psychology, because it explores the first causes or highest principles behind all these fields.
What is the significance of philosophy in understanding all other disciplines?
-Philosophy is significant in understanding all other disciplines because it explains the foundational or highest principles underlying all fields of study, helping to create a unified perspective on knowledge.
Outlines
đ Introduction to Philosophy and Its Meaning
This paragraph introduces the topic of philosophy, focusing on the meaning of the word itself. The speaker briefly mentions the etymological definition of philosophy and states that the upcoming discussion will cover its relationship with science and life. The speaker sets the stage for a systematic exploration of the subject.
đ Philosophy as a Science and a Systematic Inquiry
Philosophy is defined as a systematic study using natural light and reason to investigate the highest principles of all things. Four key componentsâscience, natural light, reason, and systematic inquiryâare highlighted. The speaker emphasizes that philosophy, like science, relies on logical reasoning and rational justification, not on belief or intuition.
đ€ Philosophyâs Interconnection with Science
This paragraph discusses how philosophy is intertwined with science throughout history. It notes that many philosophers were also scientists who used reasoning and the sense of wonder to investigate the world. The distinction is drawn that philosophy is not used to explain supernatural phenomena, but instead relies on rational and empirical methods.
đ§ Albert Einsteinâs Example: The Theory of Relativity
Albert Einsteinâs thought experiment about what would happen if he traveled at the speed of light is used as an example of philosophical inquiry. The speaker describes how Einsteinâs reasoning and sense of curiosity led to the development of the theory of relativity, showing the power of logic and scientific thought. Einstein spent years refining his theory using technology and empirical research.
đ Philosophy and the Study of All Things
Philosophy is presented as a discipline that seeks to understand the first cause and highest principles of all things. The paragraph explains how philosophy encompasses and explains other disciplines, including mathematics, science, economics, psychology, and social sciences, because it addresses their underlying principles.
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Keywords
đĄPhilosophy
đĄScience
đĄNatural Light and Reason
đĄSystematic
đĄFirst Cause
đĄHighest Principles
đĄAlbert Einstein
đĄTheory of Relativity
đĄLogical Reasoning
đĄSupernatural Revelation
Highlights
Introduction to the meaning of philosophy, building on previous lessons about its etymological definition.
Philosophy uses natural light and reason to study the first cause and highest principles of all things.
Philosophy is considered a science because it involves systematic investigation, logical reasoning, and rational justification.
Philosophy and science are equal partners in assisting creative thought and exploring the truth.
Philosophy is different from science and other disciplines, yet it is intertwined with the natural sciences.
Philosophers and scientists use a sense of wonder and reasoning to investigate the nature of things.
Philosophy does not explain supernatural revelations but focuses on natural reasoning.
Example of Albert Einsteinâs sense of wonder: questioning what would happen if a car traveled at the speed of light.
Einstein's thought experiment: If traveling at the speed of light, the clock would appear frozenâillustrating the concept of relativity.
Einstein spent 10 years using reasoning and technology to prove the theory of relativity, demonstrating philosophy's role in scientific discovery.
Philosophy uses reasoning and a sense of inquiry to explain time, space, and the fundamental nature of all things.
Philosophy seeks to explain the first causes or highest principles, making it foundational to all other sciences and disciplines.
Philosophy encompasses other fields such as mathematics, science, social sciences, economics, and psychology because it explores the basic principles underlying all knowledge.
Philosophy's broad scope allows it to cover all disciplines by focusing on their foundational principles.
The lecture emphasizes that philosophy provides a systematic, reasoned approach to understanding all aspects of life and the universe.
Transcripts
hi welcome again to my philosophy class
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today we are going to talk about
the meaning of philosophy so in our part
one
we have learned the etymological
definition of the word
philosophy and today we are going to
discuss it through the condition of it
first
um philosophy and science and philosophy
as
life now ready
philosophy is that by natural lighted
reasons
that study the first clause and highest
principle of
all things so under this definition
we have four things to be considered
one is science natural light and reason
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philosophy is a science it is called
science
because the investigation is systematic
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what we think or what we believe
science and philosophy are equal
partners in assisting creative thought
in attending and arriving through it is
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okay it's philosophy
philosophy is systematic because it
requires
logical reasoning and rational
justification
in our right hand okay
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one philosophy is different from science
and other disciplines
that we will trace the history of
philosophy it is intertwined with
the natural sciences among philosophers
or other scientists investigate things
using the sense of wonder or the light
of reasoning
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to prove things and remember philosophy
is not used to explain
any supernatural revolution
let's have an example the life of albert
einstein
discovered a theory of relativity so one
time
clock tower and
happened
he asked a question at the back of his
mind
what would happen if the car were
rescinding at the speed of light
then he realized that if he traveled
at 186 000 miles per second
the flat head would appear completely
freeze
at that moment parakai einstein angora
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albert einstein spent 10 years to prove
his
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using astronomy technology
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see using the light of reasoning and
sense of
hunger he was able to come up with a
theory of relativity
the concept of time and space
time and space
study of all things and philosophy
explain the first cause or highest
principles
philosophy covers all
other sciences and discipline like
mathematics
science social sciences economics
psychology
and etc why because philosophy explains
the first text or the highest principles
of allah
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