SHS - Humss - Intro To Philo Week 2
SHS - Humss - Intro To Philo Week 2
Department of Education
Region VII, Central Visayas
Division of Bohol
Concept Notes:
What is Philosophy?
Comes from the two Greek words: philos (love) and sophia (wisdom)
Ancient Greeks used this term to refer to “love of wisdom” and soon applied it to the study that
uses human reason to investigate the ultimate causes, reasons, and principles, which govern all
things.
Philosophers or lovers of wisdom– people who engage in philosophy
Philosophy itself is a distinct area of knowledge with its own goals, concerns and ways of doing
things.
Philosophy is both a reflective and a meditative activity.
It is also a method of mental exercise.
It could be also a principle in life.
Activity No. 1
Direction: Fill in the graphic organizer with words that comes to your mind when you hear the word
PHILOSOPHY?
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Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region VII, Central Visayas
Division of Bohol
Name: ________________________ Grade & Section: _____________ Date: ___________ Score: ____
Concept Notes:
Philosophy has an important place in our daily lives. Engaging in philosophical reflection leads to
the development of beneficial skills that individuals can apply in everyday situations.
These are the tools to develop one’s own ideas and views and engage fully in useful activities in
the community, nation, and the world at large.
Activity 1
1. How can philosophy help you succeed as a student in obtaining a broad perspective in life.?
Name: ________________________ Grade & Section: _____________ Date: ___________ Score: ____
Concept Notes:
What is reflection?
Reflection requires a person to be willing to examine one’s thoughts, feelings, and actions
and to learn more about one’s life and experiences. One can reflect on almost any subject.
Reflection on situations, activities, actions and decisions enables a person to gain insight that
will help in effective decision-making.
Example:
For instance, the moment you wake up you can already reflect upon the things that you plan to do
for the day. This will enable you to set your daily goals and set you on the path of thinking ways to
achieve them.
How do we know what we know? Are the things that we know true?
What is the ultimate cause of all things? What is our purpose in this world?
Activity 1
Direction: Fill in the blanks below.
Importance of Philosophical Reflection What other Philosophical Reflection have you ask
yourself?
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region VII, Central Visayas
Division of Bohol