Philosophy

Philosophy

The study of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct.

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informal fallacy

Philosophy; General philosophy

An error in reasoning committed by an argument that is not merely a “formal error” (being an invalid argument).

fallacy

Philosophy; General philosophy

An error in reasoning. Formal fallacies are committed by invalid arguments and informal fallacies are committed by errors in reasoning of some other kind.

God

Philosophy; General philosophy

An eternal and unchanging being that many believe created the universe, but others think is identical with the universe. Theists believe at least one god exists and atheists ...

care ethics

Philosophy; General philosophy

An ethical perspective that focuses on the dependence and importance of personal relationships, and the primary importance of caring for others. Care ethics tends to emphasize the ...

justice

Philosophy; General philosophy

An ethical value concerned with fairness, equality, and rights. Theories of justice are meant to determine how we should structure society, how wealth should be distributed, and ...

introspection

Philosophy; General philosophy

An examination of our first person experiences. For example, we can reflect about what it's like to feel pain or what it's like to see the color green.