FIVE GENERAL TYPES OF PHILOSOPHY

1. Thematic- kinds of philosophy that are distinguished from

one another according to topics of issues being addressed
2. Positional- kinds of philosophy that are distinguished
from one another according to the solution that is being
proposed for a certain issue
3. Methodological- kinds of philosophy that are
distinguished from one another according to method used.
4. Regional- kinds of philosophy that are distinguished from
one another according to geographical location
5. Historical- kinds of philosophy that are distinguished
from one another according to historical period
Major Branches of Philosophy
The main branches of Philosophy are:
1. Axiology: Study of the nature of value and
valuation
2. Metaphysics: Study of the fundamental
nature of reality
3. Epistemology: Study of the nature, origin,
and limits of human knowledge
Major Branches of Philosophy
4. Ethics: Study of what is right and wrong in
human behavior
5. Aesthetics: Study of beauty and taste
6. Logic : Study of the nature and types of
logic
7. Political Philosophy: Study of
government, addressing questions about the
nature, scope, and legitimacy of public agents
and institutions