Thus far, the concept of categorizing all human activity is an interesting idea, my first impression was that this sociological classifation system was a bit of a streach, that the only means of proving such a statement would be to veiw human beings and there so called nature as purely mechanical. But upon further thought and mostly examples that were made in class it has become clearer that Art, Philosophy, Craft and Science play an enourmous role in most human activity. Although I felt that the role is only partial on day to day activity and is more applicable on a larger scale,dealing largely with the progression of society throughout history.
Although after examples such as the one in class of how the very simple act of driving can be a calmination of Art, Philosophy, Science, and Craft. With this perspective most anything could possibly fall into a loose organization of these 4 categories. I also feel that these definitions must be very liberally defined.
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You're quite correct that the terms philosophy, art, craft, and science must be quite liberally defined to cover all interpretation of human activity. But this is no obstacle to establishing such a definition.
Generally, you will find that in examining acts through the template of philosophy - art - craft - science more generalized acts seem to lend themselves to this interpretation better; however, even very specific acts such as Pouring Milk On Grape Nuts at 4 a.m. After Five Hours' Sleep can be so assessed.
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