philosophy

The study of topics such as liberty, justice, property, rights, law, and the enforcement of a legal code by authority.

The branch of philosophy concerned with ethics.

The set of ideas or beliefs on which something is based, which may not be obvious.

Typically covers philosophy from the 17th to the late 19th century.

Refers to philosophical work from the late 19th century to the present.

Refers to the philosophy of the ancient world, especially Greek and Roman.

Focuses on the classical period, primarily the works of Plato and Aristotle.

The central, most important part of a belief system.

The fundamental principles or concepts of a particular system of thought.

Refers to philosophy in the Middle Ages, often linked to theology.

Relates to the philosophical thought of the Age of Enlightenment (18th century).

An uncomplicated set of beliefs or principles.

A simple and unsophisticated philosophy, often based on personal experience.

The set of ideas and beliefs that inform a particular plan, action, or system.

A philosophy forms the basis of something, such as a system or action.

A philosophy gives support, strength, or a basic structure to something.

An overall vision of or attitude toward life and its purpose.

A branch of philosophy that studies the nature of the mind, mental events, mental functions, mental properties, consciousness, and their relationship to the physical body.

To formally choose to take up and follow a particular philosophy.

To create or gradually form a system of beliefs over time.

To accept a philosophy willingly and enthusiastically.

To create or prepare a system of beliefs methodically.