The Nature and Divisionof Philosophy

The Nature and Division of Philosophy “To teach how to live with uncertainty, and yet without being paralyzed by hesitation, is perhaps the chief thing that philosophy in our age can still do for those who study it.” This statement, given by Bertrand Russell, conveys the simple yet infinite nature of philosophy itself: the uncertain. Philosophy is the seemingly natural result of man’s ability to wonder. It questions what is real and, ultimately, what …

…study of all of these areas. Philosophy, the result of human wonder and doubt, is a vast area of study that can and should be considered when studying any topic, be it mathematics, literature, psychology, or any other field. The fact that philosophy is a significant part of any field of study amplifies the realization of the vastness of human uncertainty and the importance of philosophy as man’s ability to question reality. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**