In This Reading Russell Argues That the Value of Philosophy

question 6

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In this reading Russell argues that the value of philosophy is not in any ability to produce material goods ("philosophy bakes no bread") or arrive at definitive conclusions about the nature of reality. Its value comes from its effect on the lives of those who take it seriously. By studying the perennial questions of philosophy, we enhance our appreciation of what is possible, weaken the dogmatism that prevents exploration and speculation, and render the mind great through contemplation of the greatness of the universe.
-To Russell, the chief value of philosophy is to be found through

• A) its support of our instinctive wishes.
• B) its endorsement of our narrow and personal aims.
• C) the greatness of the objects that it contemplates.
• D) the greatness of particular times and places.

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