Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental
problems, such as those connected with reality, existence, knowledge, values, reason,
mind, and language.
Philosophy is distinguished from other ways of addressing
such problems by its critical, generally systematic approach and its reliance
on rational argument. In more casual speech, by extension,
"philosophy" can refer to "the most basic beliefs, concepts, and
attitudes of an individual or group".
The word "philosophy" comes from the Ancient Greek φιλοσοφία (philosophia),
which literally means "love of wisdom".[5][6][7] The introduction of the terms
"philosopher" and "philosophy" has been ascribed to the
Greek thinker Pythagoras.
