A Study On Francis Bacon's Philosophy Of Technology

In recent years, with the development of technology, the problems caused by them become more obvious. As mainstream ideology, empiricism, rationalism and utilitarianism has been reflected more and more in academia. Herein, many scholars see criticism directed to Francis Bacon, one of the modern pioneers. Indeed, because of the far-reaching influence of Baconism, we could date back lots of problems'root to him. But, Bacon's philosophy of technology has never been valued by scholars, it is premature for us to give him an unwarranted criticism. From the blame from scholars we can know that, there must be many fields in Bacon's philosophy of technology we do not know up to know. But it is which have far-reaching impact on modern society.This paper makes a comprehensive study of Francis Bacon's philosophy of technology. According to the materials, it first summarizes the status quo at home and abroad. From previous research we can know, Bacon's thoughts of technology not only rich, but also circle some core problems. Then, it entirely takes apart the ideological background from views like history of technology, history of philosophy and social trend of thoughts. And then analysis and related concepts, gives a description of Bacon's academic schedule and thinking process. Third, it is first time to see the Of the Wisdom of the Ancients as a work of philosophy, make a detailed analysis about the philosophy of technology towards Bacon's interpretation of the Ancient Greek's fables. It maintains the nature of technology, the power and structure of the progress of technology, the relationship between technology and ethics and so on. Fourth, Bacon accounts Advancement of learning, Of the Wisdom of the Ancients, Novum Organum, Salomon's House as a logical system with close connection, and indicate the position and function of technology in this system. At the same time, the paper regards that Bacon's philosophy of technology may not be think by itself, it should be think combines with Bacon's other ideas. Moreover, this text analyze the characteristics, theoretical and practical significance of Bacon's philosophy of technology. Finally, it point out that people have not understand sage's thoughts totally is the main reason that causes the critique of technology in contemporary society...