VC The Philosophy Perspective According to Russell Discussion

The purpose of this Extra Credit Discussion is twofold: 1) to reflect back, at the end of the course – on the relationship between science and philosophy, and 2) to reflect on this relationship against the contrast between modern and postmodern thinking.

Directions

Please read Chapter XV: The Value of Philosophy in Bertrand Russell’s 1912 book The Problems of Philosophy. 

After careful reflection, please answer the following questions:

1. According to Bertrand Russell, what is the relevance of philosophical inquiry? Do you think that the misconceptions he speaks of are still prevalent in today’s society (our selection is the last chapter of Russell’s 1912 book The Problems of Philosophy)? Please make sure to be specific, and carefully explain your reasoning. 
2. According to Russell, what does the enduring value of philosophy consist in? What is the purpose of practicing philosophy? Do Russell’s ideas align with YOUR expectations of what it means to practice philosophy? Please make sure to be specific, and carefully explain your reasoning.