Part 1: Methods of Philosophizing

Today, we
encounter a lot of
information from
various sources
such as media and
the internet.
What is truth
and
why is it
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 KNOWLEDGE
-Is the clear awareness and understanding of something
… the product … our
of questioning knowledge is
that seeks for comprised of
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 TRUTHFUL STATEMENTS
Statements that are based on facts.

Science While,
considers truth Philosophy has
as something various views.
observable and
empirical.
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 Claims, evidence and
experience is scrutinized Has a very
and analyzed important
purpose.

DOUBT
Doubt helps Nothing is taken as TRUE unless there is
determine the sufficient reason and evidence to prove
truth it.
 Can be
justified or
proven
How do we
Getting a know if
consensu something Based
s of is true? on
many facts
people
 Discovering truths about oneself
is merely the FIRST step toward
exploring knowledge and truth.

What should we consider

when looking at arguments
or opinions?
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 When looking at an
opinion, be aware of
BIAS.
Biases are not necessarily errors in reasoning but
refer to tendencies or influences which affect the
views of people.
 Difference Between Truth and Opinion
Can Lead Us To Wisdom?
• Improve understanding
and appreciation of varied
views and ideas.
• Help to form one’s own
personal point of view
• Help determine ideas that
are truthful and acceptable
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 Reference:
1. Bunquin, J.(n.d). Methods of Philosophizing
[Power point Slides]. Retrieved June 17, 2020 from
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-2-METHODS-OF-PHILOSOPHIZING-pptx