He had a doctorate of philosophy. Also known as a PhD. All scientists are philosophers. Though if we’re talking about philosophy as sitting in a room and thinking without using any evidence or math (which is untrue), then Einstein’s breakthrough that a constant speed of light requires time dilation certainly counts as a philosophical contribution.
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kureta@lemmy.ml 8 months agois Einstein a philosopher? not trying to be an ass, serious question.
exocrinous@lemmy.dbzer0.com 8 months ago
UnrepententProcrastinator@lemmy.ca 8 months ago
More of a thinker and not a fan of the idea of a personal God. More of an adept plantinga’s basic belief.