Auguste Comte

Auguste Comte was a French philosopher who is often regarded as the father of sociology. He believed in empiricism, which means knowledge should come from experience and observation. Comte advocated for the scientific methodology, applying rigorous research to understand societies. He emphasized naturalism, arguing that social phenomena should be studied like natural sciences. He proposed a philosophy of social science that sought to uncover laws governing human behavior. Comte also envisioned societal progress in stages, ultimately leading to a more rational and organized society, which he saw as a key to human advancement throughout history.