Philosophy

I am taking a class this semester on Philosophy. It is just an 'introduction to' class and nothing really in depth; but it seemed interesting to me. Well, I got my books last night and began reading (class starts next week). WOW! I'm going to have a lot to say about this!

How interesting. Why? Hmmm. Seems to be the way of Philosophy. Basically, philosophy is the search for truth and reasoning, searching for the foundations of our basic beliefs. The "Why" of it all. This course will look at the metaphysical, logical, ethical, and others that I have yet to discover.

I think this is very interesting; and if I were lucky enough to be able to go to college only taking things that interested me, I would probably pursue philosophy. So the next logical question in my mind is, where does one go with a degree in philosophy? Let's explore that question. Reading between the lines, I'd then make the assumption that the most important reason to study something in college is to gain qualifications for a particular job. By going there, I am philosophizing. I guess I should be going to college just for the personal and intellectual growth obtained; but that is not the case for me.

My college experience has more (all) to do with getting a degree to get a better job to get more money and support my family. There are a few brief moments when I can take a class NOT because it brings me closer to my degree; but because it interests me and for no other reason! That is why I took philosophy. That is also why I took Hispanic-American literature; but I'll address that class in another blog, I'm sure.

I guess women have just recently been getting recognition in this field outside the study of feminism. Women can be philosophers WITHOUT it being about feminism. Sheesh! Makes this subject even more interesting to me.

Just ordered two books online: Eunuchs for the Kingdom of Heaven by Uta Ranke-Heinemann having to do with Women, Sexuality and the Catholic Church; and When Women were Priests by Karen Jo Torjesen, which has to do with Women's leadership roles in the early Church. I'm looking forward to reading these books and am sure I'll provide a little info in a future blog.

Well, off to work. Chat soon.

xoxo