Asked by Bianca Brown on May 03, 2024

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The early Greek philosophers' theories were epoch-making because they were attempting to explain the world

A) through appealing to the moods and whims of the gods.
B) through appealing to a single divine Creator, the Demiurge.
C) in terms of an infinite number of principles.
D) in a systematic way, not by appeal to the moods and whims of invisible gods.

Early Greek Philosophers

Pre-Socratic thinkers who introduced a range of ideas about nature, ethics, and the universe, laying foundational concepts for Western philosophy.

Epoch-making

Refers to events or discoveries that significantly alter the course of history or a field of knowledge.

Systematic Way

A methodical approach to procedures or practices that are organized according to a plan or system.

  • Understand the development of metaphysical ideas through history, from ancient times to contemporary Western philosophy.
  • Differentiate between the empirical and rationalist methodologies within the context of philosophical worldviews.
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Zybrea KnightMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The early Greek philosophers were attempting to explain the world in a systematic way, not by appealing to the moods and whims of invisible gods (A) or an infinite number of principles (C). While some philosophers like Plato did appeal to a divine Creator (B), this was not a widespread belief among early Greek philosophers.