What is Logic?

The term “logic” comes from the Greek word “logos,” which has many translations including word, reason, order, etc. Logic is the philosophical study of correct reasoning, specifically of the rules and methods that distinguish correct reasoning from incorrect reasoning. In logic, reasoning is the act of drawing a conclusion from given premises, or what is referred to as “inference.” On the other hand, a set of premises together with a conclusion is what is called an “argument.” Logic studies whether the reasoning or inference in an argument is correct or incorrect; meaning, whether the premises support its conclusion or not. In this video, we will explore what logic is, as well as its two divisions: formal logic and informal logic. Video Chapters 0:02 What is Logic? 0:42 History of Logic 1:14 Types of Logic 1:28 Formal Logic 2:10 An Example 3:22 Informal Logic References Assadian, Bahram et al.. Introduction to Philosophy: Logic. Edited by Benjamin Martin. Accessed December 21, 2024. https://press.rebus.community/intro-to-phil-logic/. Groarke, Leo. "Informal Logic." The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Last modified July 16, 2021. Accessed December 26, 2024. https://plato.stanford.edu/archives/spr2024/entries/logic-informal/. Hintikka, J. J.. "Philosophy of Logic." Encyclopedia Britannica. Last modified January 25, 2019. Accessed December 18, 2024. https://www.britannica.com/topic/philosophy-of-logic. Hughes, G. and Morton Schagrin. “Formal logic.” Encyclopedia Britannica. Last modified November 19, 2024. Accessed December 24, 2024. https://www.britannica.com/topic/formal-logic. — Text: https://languageandphilosophy.blogspot.com/2025/01/what-is-logic.html Philosophy playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDeRF0yrSvCFBlxyXJyi9FiCHWzFOI68a Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090812957708 Support us on Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/languageanw #logic #formallogic #informallogic #philosophy #aristotle