Philosophical knowledge is the type of knowledge based on reflection and construction of concepts and ideas, from the use of logical reasoning in search of knowledge.
Philosophical knowledge emerged from the abandonment of mythology as a way to explain reality. Curiosity and the desire to know generated the need to develop logical and rational explanations based on the human capacity to reflect and create concepts and ideas.
Philosophical knowledge uses reason, but eliminates the need for scientific verification, since its objects of study are the concepts themselves.
The main concern of philosophical knowledge is to question and find rational answers to certain questions, but not necessarily to prove something. In this sense, it can be said that this knowledge model is critical and speculative.
Characteristics of philosophical knowledge
- Systematic: believes that the basis for resolving issues is logically guided reflection;
- Elucidative: tries to understand the thoughts, concepts, problems and other situations in life that are impossible to be scientifically unraveled;
- Critical: all information must be thoroughly analyzed and reflected upon before being taken into account;
- Speculative: conclusions are based on hypotheses and possibilities, due to the use of pure theoretical knowledge.
Philosophical knowledge and scientific knowledge
scientific knowledge is based on the trials, with the purpose of attesting the veracity and validity of a hypothesis. Philosophical knowledge, on the other hand, also has a rational and logical character, but does not require the need for scientific proof.
In fact, some authors consider philosophical knowledge an intermediary between theological and scientific thought. O theological knowledge it consists in the way of thinking and seeking to know things based exclusively on the principles of faith in a certain religious doctrine, for example.
See also:
- Scientific knowledge
- religious knowledge
- Types of knowledge
