Answer to Question #151489 in Philosophy for Sara-Lee

Question

What is Bertrand Russell's reasons for studying philosophy? How does he convince the reader that his point is valid?

Answer 1

According to Bertrand Russel, philosophy as a social science aims mainly at knowledge. The point is valid since the knowledge it targets is the kind of knowledge that provides system and unity to the body of the sciences. Hence, such knowledge comes from critical scrutiny of the grounds of people’s prejudices, convictions, and beliefs.