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10. three orientations ofphilosophy: salva-
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- trying to see the world in which we live
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- implies part of us aren't seeing the truth of the world
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edge
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curiosity;the search for
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- practical philosophy
the meaningof life
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opinions';seeking clarity
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relationship to
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fundamentalbeliefs
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- Greek for 'love of wisdom', ,e ,e ,e ,e




living 'the examined life'
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be a good person & exer-
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cising responsible
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judgement
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ogy' & 'crito' mentation)
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