Category: PhilosophyPart of speech: nounDifficulty: IntermediateRecommended for ★ UPSC
philosophie
/philosophie/Roman
English meaning: Philosophy
Definition
The rational inquiry into fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics. French philosophy has shaped modern thought through Descartes (rationalism, 'Cogito ergo sum'), Rousseau (social contract), Voltaire (enlightenment), Sartre (existentialism), Foucault (power/knowledge), and Derrida (deconstruction). Enlightenment ideas influenced India's democratic constitution.
Example
“Le philosophe français Descartes a dit: 'Je pense, donc je suis.'”
In English: “French philosopher Descartes said: 'I think, therefore I am.'”
Literary Heritage
“Il faut imaginer Sisyphe heureux.”
“One must imagine Sisyphus happy.”
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