Category: Socrates

Socrates Theory Of Recollection In the Meno and the Phaedo, the character of Socrates argues for the recall possibility of encyclopaedism . In this paper I will first briefly explain what the remembrance theory of encyclopaedism is. Thenwill consider how Socrates argues for the reminiscence theory in the Phaedo. Next, I will consider why Socrates…

Socrates And His Theories’ Impact On The Philosophy Socrates is one of the few individuals whom one could say has shaped the cultural and intellectual development of the world; without him, history would be profoundly different. He is best known for his association with the Socratic method of question and answer, his claim that he…

The Similarities And Differences Of Socrates And Diogenes The iconic philosophical works of Zen Master Dogen by Yuho Yokoi and The Apology of Socrates by Plato are known for focusing on how to create and follow the path towards gaining true self-knowledge. Each of these philosophers is widely known for emphasizing the significance of true…

Socrates Argument Concerning Virtue as Knowledge: Opinion Essay In this essay, I aim to explain Socrates argument concerning virtue as knowledge while offering a rebuttal and finally taking a stance. Socrates argument concerning virtue as wisdom can be reconstructed and understood easier. After reconstruction, it becomes apparent that there may be an error in the…

Socrates’ Views on the Essence of Knowledge Ever since Socrates made it his life mission to spread wisdom, much to Athens dismay, man has been perplexed with countless philosophical questions. Questions that, by nature, seem to have no distinct nor satisfying answers and as such impart feelings of discomfort and hopelessness to those who take…

Discussions on Chuang Tzu and Socrates Philosophies: Idea of Happiness Throughout history, great philosophers have explored the idea of happiness, two of these great philosophers are Chuang Tzu and Socrates. It can be argued that there are similarities and differences in their ideas. The following is a discussion on their ideas of happiness and wisdom…

Fearing The Unknown: Death in The Apology Novelist Rossiter Worthington Raymond once said, Life is eternal; and love is immortal; and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight. A horizon, by definition, is no more than the range of ones knowledge or experience. With this explanation…

Athens Executed Socrates: Two Axial Symbols at Odds In Don Nardos The Trial of Socrates, Socrates is quoted as stating, We should not be concerned about winning fame or political honors, but rather should try to gain more intelligence, to arrive at more knowledge of truth, and to develop finer character. His devotion to virtue…

The Portrayal of Socrates’ Beliefs in The Apology and Clouds In the Apology and in Clouds, we are shown two very different depictions of Socrates beliefs on the gods of Athens. In the Apology, we see a version of Socrates that is fairly unconcerned with the discussion of the gods, and more interested in the…

The Similarities And Differences Of Socrates And Diogenes The iconic philosophical works of Zen Master Dogen by Yuho Yokoi and The Apology of Socrates by Plato are known for focusing on how to create and follow the path towards gaining true self-knowledge. Each of these philosophers is widely known for emphasizing the significance of true…