Which philosophy courses are the best?

[Quasi_Tenebrous]

I was simply stating that for a lot of people, some of the implications of quantum physics leads to metaphysical questions.

If ye say so, but then, that would make the “after all, the term ‘metaphysics’ means ‘after physics’” a bit of an irrelevant statement, wouldn’t it?

Oh well, anything can lead to metaphysical questions (like the Pythagorian affinity for mathematics, or Plato’s speculations on music). I don’t see much evidence that the real physicists who deal with quantum mechanics - or any other scientific field - are any more perceptive in philosophical questions then the local mailman.

 

[bpd_stl]

bpd_stl:

I was simply stating that for a lot of people, some of the implications of quantum physics leads to metaphysical questions.

If ye say so, but then, that would make the “after all, the term ‘metaphysics’ means ‘after physics’” a bit of an irrelevant statement, wouldn’t it?

Oh well, anything can lead to metaphysical questions (like the Pythagorian affinity for mathematics, or Plato’s speculations on music). I don’t see much evidence that the real physicists who deal with quantum mechanics - or any other scientific field - are any more perceptive in philosophical questions then the local mailman.

[touching side of nose] OK, I get it. I was just trying to help out the OP the best way that I could. But instead of providing them with your opinion/suggestions, you chose to deconstruct mine instead. No worries, I’ve got a thick skin.

Again, how do we help the OP with their questions?

 

[OKComputer]

Is it necessary to study Logic 101 before I study further in philosophy? How so?

My friend who got his BA in philosophy said they required him to take an introductory logic class. He said it was “pretty normal” to do so.

I’m not that bright, I didn’t go to college. I just like to read about philosophy as a hobby.

 

[Quasi_Tenebrous]

bpd STL: But instead of providing them with your opinion/suggestions, you chose to deconstruct mine instead

*Offers a tissue for that nose.

I suppose when it comes down to it, the OP answered his own question with his list. I found you much more interesting, though I admit that was because I think you have a rather inflated view of your own opinion.

As I said before, logic is a very good place to begin. It is a study that will actually affect the person’s life, and allow him to examine news, advertising, business, legal matters, yadda yadda - unlike studying quantum mechanics, which in the hands of an amateur will only be good on message boards.

 

[bpd_stl]

bpd STL: But instead of providing them with your opinion/suggestions, you chose to deconstruct mine instead

Wow. You’re pretty cut-throat.

We’re all human beings on here, even though it’s the internet. I was approaching this whole thread from the OP’s initial post. We’re all people here. At least I consider it that much.

 

[Quasi_Tenebrous]

Bpd STL: Wow. You’re pretty cut-throat.

I’m mostly harmless.

You asked my opinion, and I gave it to you. A little friction means we’re alive.

 

[bpd_stl]

Bpd STL: Wow. You’re pretty cut-throat.

Got it. We’re cool. You seem to be a well-educated individual. You’ve made me “think”…which is a good thing.

 

[scousekiwi]

Are you considering studying philosophy in a formal way, e.g. at degree level? If so, I assume that whatever degree you choose will cover all the main areas of the subject. Furthermore, the various components will presumably be introduced to you in a sensible order. For what it’s worth, I think that logic and epistemology are probably the most useful subjects to cover at an introductory level. These are the subjects which provide you with the tools that allow you to think in a philosophical way. I would also say that branches of philosophy such as political philosophy, jurisprudence, the philosophy of science and mathematics, aesthetics, the philosophy of religion, and more obscure topics such as existentialism and feminist philosophy, are more specialised subjects which are likely to be made available as options rather than being compulsory.