Generally in math and the sciences, theories are studied and given attention

Generally in math and the sciences, theories are studied and given attention

Generally in math and the sciences, theories are studied and given attention only insofar as they are judged correct. In philosophy, however, many historical views are examined which very few modern philosophers would endorse or even take seriously. Why should historical studies in philosophy be more useful than like studies in other disciplines?

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