Abstract
This study explores the evolution of storytelling as a profound philosophical practice that extends beyond entertainment and cultural preservation. From its origins in oral traditions to its current expressions in digital media, storytelling has remained central to how humans interpret experience, construct identity, and transmit moral values. Drawing on key philosophical insights from thinkers such as Paul Ricoeur, Martha Nussbaum, Hayden White, and Chinua Achebe, the research demonstrates that storytelling is not merely a cultural artifact but a vital tool for philosophical inquiry. It engages ethical, epistemological, metaphysical, and political questions by shaping how individuals and societies understand truth, time, memory, and agency. The study adopts a qualitative and interpretive methodology, analyzing texts from classical philosophy, African oral traditions, and contemporary media theory. It highlights the significance of storytelling in shaping moral consciousness and amplifying marginalized voices, particularly through feminist and postcolonial perspectives. In doing so, it challenges the long-standing philosophical bias that separates narrative from reason. The study concludes by recommending a broader integration of storytelling into philosophical discourse and education, emphasizing its role in fostering empathy, critical thinking, and cross-cultural dialogue. Ultimately, the research affirms that the evolution of storytelling mirrors the evolution of human thought and ethical engagement.
Keywords: Ethical, Evolution, Narrative, Philosophical Enquiry, Storytelling