Socrates (/ ˈsɒkrətiːz /; [2] Ancient Greek: Σωκράτης, romanized: Sōkrátēs; c. 470 – 399 BC) was a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western philosophy [3] and …

Jun 11, 2025 · Socrates was an ancient Greek philosopher, one of the three greatest figures of the ancient period of Western philosophy (the others were Plato and Aristotle), who lived in Athens …

Aug 8, 2023 · Socrates was a scholar, teacher and philosopher born in ancient Greece. His Socratic method laid the groundwork for Western systems of logic and philosophy.

Sep 2, 2009 · Socrates of Athens (l. c. 470/469-399 BCE) is among the most famous figures in world history for his contributions to the development of ancient Greek philosophy which …

May 21, 2019 · Socrates was one of the greatest Greek philosophers by a wide margin. He was born in 469 BCE at a place called Deme Alpoece, Athens. For the entirety of his life, this …

Nov 9, 2009 · He grew up during the golden age of Pericles’ Athens, served with distinction as a soldier, but became best known as a questioner of everything and everyone.

Socrates is one of the few individuals whom one could say has so-shaped the cultural and intellectual development of the world that, without him, history would be profoundly different.

The Socrates of the Μενων (Meno) tries to determine whether or not virtue can be taught, and this naturally leads to a careful investigation of the nature of virtue itself. Although his direct answer …

Jun 11, 2025 · Socrates, already seen as odd and questioning, fit this narrative perfectly. The aftermath also proves the failure of this staged prosecution: Athens gained lasting shame while …

Dec 24, 2024 · Socrates, born circa 470 B.C. in Athens, Greece, was a prominent philosopher and educator whose profound impact on Western philosophy continues to resonate today. His …