The ancient Greek word φιλοσοφία, “philosophy,” derives from the word φιλόσοφος, “philosopher,” which is itself a compound of two other words, φίλος and σοφία. The word φίλος is a noun that denotes a friend, one who is fond of, one who loves, someone or something. The word σοφία, also a noun, translates as “wisdom.” The philosopher, then, is one who loves wisdom; and  Continue Reading …