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Originating from the Latin "philosophia," and stemming from the Greek "philosophia" meaning "love of knowledge" or "pursuit of wisdom," this term encapsulates the essence of systematic inquiry. Comprising "philo-" denoting "loving" and "sophia" representing "knowledge" or "wisdom," it traces back to the Greek "sophis," connoting "wise" or "learned," with its etymological roots shrouded in mystery [Beekes]. Throughout Middle English, it manifested in various spellings such as "filozofie" and "phelosophie," showcasing its linguistic evolution and enduring significance.