World Philosophies

Ancient Western Philosophies

Eastern Philosophies

Modern & Contemporary Philosophies

Key Distinctions

• Western Philosophy often emphasizes logic, reason, and the individual’s relationship with the truth.

• Eastern Philosophy often emphasizes harmony, balance, and the individual’s relationship with the whole.

• African Philosophy (Ubuntu) emphasizes interconnectedness and community as the foundation of humanity.

• Modern Philosophy often grapples with subjectivity, the limits of knowledge, and the creation of meaning in a secular world.