Philosophy schools

Ethical theory by which decisions are based on a sense of duty

Doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.

Pursuit of pleasure, especially of the senses

The idea that there is a force in life that is distinct from physical entities

A philosophical approach that emphasizes the inevitable dilemmas and challenges of human existence.

Philosophy that humans are not rational by nature

A philosophy which suggests that nothing can ever be known for certain.

The idea that all aspects of a culture are related to each other.

Aattribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth

A political and moral philosophy focused on strengthening civil society and communal bonds

Philosophy that celebrates human cultural achievements and emphasizes human reason and ethics.

Theory of representation based on the accurate depiction of detail.

Belief that accurate knowledge can be acquired through observation

19th century artistic movement that appealed to emotion rather than reason

The belief that reality is completely spiritual or immaterial

The assumption that behavior is caused by heredity and environment