History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps HoP 035 - The Philosopher's Toolkit - Aristotle's Logical Works
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May 30, 2011 AI Snips
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Start with Aristotle
- To master philosophy like a 5th-century Alexandrian student, start with Aristotle's logic.
- Even Platonists used Aristotle for introductory philosophy, reserving Plato for advanced study.
Logic as a Tool
- Logic, dealing with rational argument rules, is fundamental to philosophy.
- However, logic isn't strictly a part of philosophy; it's a tool for disciplines like physics, ethics, and metaphysics.
The Organon
- Aristotle's logical works, the Organon, traditionally included eight works.
- Today, only six are considered logical, excluding Rhetoric and Poetics.