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1. Sociology as Philosophy

Meaning

• Sociology in its earliest phase grew out of moral and social philosophy rather than empirical science.
• It tried to explain society using normative questions, value-based reasoning, and abstract speculation.
• Sociological explanations were intertwined with ethical concerns—what society ought to be, not just what it is.

Key Features

• Normative/Prescriptive orientation
• Use of abstract reasoning
• Focus on "ideal" social order
• Less emphasis on empirical verification
• Strong link with political philosophy and ethics

Thinkers & Examples

• Plato & Aristotle → Social harmony, polity, citizenship.
• Auguste Comte → Positive philosophy; moral consensus.