The Definition of Philosophy

The Definition of Philosophy
      The world’s transformation from the beginning of time till the present day self sufficient juggernaut can only be credited to the many intelligent people along the way and their thirst of knowledge.   The knowledge in which people thirst for or acquire through studies can be determined as many different meanings.   The Greek Romans developed the overall concept of philosophy by taking the Greek work philosophia (meaning love of wisdom) and associating it with Greek intellect (later known as philosophers) and the two came together as the study of the universe developed. The definition of philosophy was formulated as the general study of fundamental problems concerning matters such as existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.  It is distinguished from other ways of addressing such problems by its critical, generally systematic approach and its reliance on rational argument (, p. 31).   Philosophy traditionally transformed itself as the each era moved forward and adapted to the next new age.
      Philosophy generally takes on the identity of transpiring and difficult questions to follow verses traditional questions based scientifically and factually. Philosophers often frame their questions as problems or puzzles, in order to give clear examples of their doubts about a subject they find interesting, wonderful or confusing. Often these questions are about the assumptions behind a belief, or about methods by which people reason. Philosophers typically frame problems in a logical manner, historically using syllogisms of traditional logic, since Frege and Russell increasingly using formal systems, such as predicate calculus, and then work towards a solution based on critical reading and reasoning. Like Socrates, they search for answers through discussion, responding to the arguments of others, or careful personal contemplation. Most philosophical questions start by covering a broad spectrum of a topic, and through...