what is philosophy ? what are its advantages ?

answers1: Philosophy is the LOVE FOR WISDOM. Philosophy defines our
humanity in terms of questioning. <br>
It helps us think in a more logical and ethical way. <br>
We look and see thing in a more concrete way. <br>
It's not merely a common sense but thinking and seeing things with our
mind. <br>
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Subjects of philosophy: <br>
1. logic <br>
2. metaphysics <br>
3. theology <br>
4. ethics <br>
5. rational psychology <br>
6. epistemology <br>
7.social philosoy <br>
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but; <br>
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Philosophy can be divided into five branches which address the
following questions: <br>
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Metaphysics: Study of Existence: What's out there? <br>
Epistemology: Study of Knowledge: How do I know about it? <br>
Ethics: Study of Action: What should I do? <br>
Politics: Study of Force: What actions are permissible? <br>
Esthetics: Study of Art: What can life be like?
answers2: phi·los·o·phy <br>
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phi·los·o·phy [fi lóssəfee] <br>
(plural phi·los·o·phies) <br>
n <br>
1. examination of basic concepts: the branch of knowledge or academic
study devoted to the systematic examination of basic concepts such as
truth, existence, reality, causality, and freedom <br>
2. school of thought: a particular system of thought or doctrine <br>
3. guiding or underlying principles: a set of basic principles or
concepts underlying a particular sphere of knowledge <br>
4. set of beliefs or aims: a precept, or set of precepts, beliefs,
principles, or aims, underlying somebody's practice or conduct <br>
5. calm resignation: restraint, resignation, or calmness and
rationality in somebody's behavior or response to events <br>
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[14th century. Via French and Latin < Greek philosophia < philosophos
(see philosopher)]