Key learning points

1. Philosophy is the fundamental study of nature, reality and existence.
2. Philosophers are seeking knowledge, truth and meaning.
3. Philosophy translates to 'love of wisdom'.
4. They may use tools such as logic to help them.
5. Using logic means creating arguments which develop in stages and lead to a valid conclusion.

Keywords

• Argument - a set of reasons given to support a conclusion

• Logic - a tool used in philosophy which involves thinking clearly and making valid arguments

• Philosophy - the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values

• Premise - a statement that supports an argument

• Ultimate question - a deep and important question about life or existence that doesn’t have a straightforward answer

Common misconception