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Quote by Mogobe Ramose
Philosophy is action in, by and through experience giving rise to ideas that are constantly tested for acceptance, rejection or improvement. It is philopraxis.
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The quote presents philosophy as something people do, not just something they think about. Experience leads to ideas, and those ideas are repeatedly examined: they may be accepted, rejected, or improved. “Philopraxis” names this practical approach, where thinking develops through action and ongoing testing.
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- Journal on African Philosophy — “Interview with Professor Mogobe Ramose”
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