Plato's philosophical system emphasizes the realm of Forms as the foundation of knowledge, while Aristotle develops empiricism and his concept of eudaimonia has significant implications for Western philosophy.
A critical examination of the Socratic method and Platonic inquiry, exploring its key terms, concepts, figures, and mechanisms in philosophical history.
Socrates' remarkable endurance under extreme conditions highlights the importance of developing character traits like resilience and determination.
An exploration of Socrates' defense against charges of impiety and corrupting the youth, highlighting his method of questioning, intellectual humility, and pursuit of wisdom.
Exploring Socrates' reluctance to engage in public affairs through his own philosophical framework, divine sign, anomie, and concerns about morality and politics.
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how a philosophical view emerged, what it claims, and why it matters today
A philosophical analysis of the trial of Socrates in 399 BCE, exploring its historical context, implications for Western philosophy, and significance today.
The Apology is a historical dialogue written by Plato, presenting Socrates' speech at his trial in ancient Athens, exploring Socratic method, rhetoric, and philosophy.
A philosophical exploration of Plato's portrayal of Socrates, examining the challenges of historical accuracy, literary techniques, and the development of Western philosophy.
A detailed overview of Socrates' life, teachings, and significance in the development of Western philosophy, exploring key concepts like the elenchus, phronesis, and Socratic irony.
The Athenian Golden Age marked a pivotal moment in Western philosophical history, with the emergence of Sophism, Socratic method, and other innovations that laid the groundwork for later developments in ethics, metaphysics, and natural science.
A transformation in Athenian culture marked by a shift from puritan simplicity to cynical Sophism, with key figures like Protagoras and Socrates playing crucial roles.
Exploring the decline of classical philosophical vigor and its impact on Western thought, from the emergence of scepticism to the rise of popular superstition.
A comprehensive study on Democritus and his significance within the context of ancient Greek philosophy, exploring his ideas, their impact, and comparisons with other philosophers.
Democritus's materialist philosophy emphasizes matter as the fundamental substance composing reality, governed by mechanical laws, with implications for our understanding of space, time, and causality.
The Atomistic Worldview explores how ancient Greek philosophers like Democritus and Epicurus developed the concept of atoms, influencing modern scientific thought.
An in-depth exploration of the concept of space from ancient philosophers to modern theories, covering key terms, figures, and debates.
The modern physicist's understanding of matter is distinct from ancient philosophers like Parmenides, with a focus on wave-particle duality, relativity, and quantum mechanics.
Exploring key arguments and concepts in the nature of space and matter, from Descartes' extension to Leibniz's plenum, with implications for our understanding of reality.
An examination of the philosophical debate between Parmenides and the atomists on not-being, exploring its significance for our understanding of reality, knowledge, and existence.