©Copyright Doni Helms, 2004
Inflected Form(s): plural -phies
Etymology: Middle English philosophie, from Old French, from Latin philosophia, from Greek, from philosophos philosopher
(1) all learning exclusive of technical precepts and practical arts (2) : the sciences and liberal arts exclusive of medicine, law, and theology (3) : the 4-year college course of a major seminary b (1) archaic : PHYSICAL SCIENCE (2) : ETHICS c : a discipline comprising as its core logic, aesthetics, ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology
a : pursuit of wisdom b : a search for a general understanding of values and reality by chiefly speculative rather than observational means c : an analysis of the grounds of and concepts expressing fundamental beliefs
a : a system of philosophical concepts b : a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought
a : the most general beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group b : calmness of temper and judgment befitting a philosopher
I believe that the lifelong pursuit of knowledge is a noble quest that will one day lead to enlightenment, and perhaps wisdom.
I believe that teachers are blessed and hold a special place in heaven.
I believe that the eyes of a child are the holding place for magic, wonder and mystery, and that we should all remember that view from our childhood.
I believe that children are precious, and should never be wronged in any way… disciplined, but never wronged.
I believe that there is a kingdom in the soul of a grandmother.
I believe that there is magic in fireflies and cool summer rain.
I believe that music is indeed the universal language, and should be shared with love, not abused with hatred, anger, nor vulgarity.
I believe in the teachings of the Holy Bible, the Torah, The Quran, the books of Chi, Bushido, Wicca and Mother Earth.
I believe that all that we think, say, and do, reflects who we really are, inside and out.
I believe that life, in all its forms, is sacred; and should be revered, valued, and respected.
I believe that Mother’s are unique and special in the eyes of God, and should be honored.
I believe that there is still hope for mankind.
I believe…