The Communitarian Vision of Plato's Socrates
Plato's vision of communism challenges traditional notions of family relationships and property ownership.
Philosophy
The Role of Guardianship in Plato's Philosophy
Plato's concept of guardianship is central to his theory of justice and the ideal state, emphasizing education and training for effective rulers.
The Challenge of Government by the Wise
Exploring the concept of wisdom and its relationship to governance, including debates on aristocracy, divine right, and majority rule.
The Concept of Civic Virtue in Ancient Sparta
The concept of civic virtue in ancient Sparta is explored through its system of governance, social organization, and education.
The Dialectic Method and Logical Consistency
A philosophical approach that promotes logical consistency through critical discussion and debate to arrive at truth.
Endurance and Fortitude in Times of Adversity
Socrates' remarkable endurance under extreme conditions highlights the importance of developing character traits like resilience and determination.
The Apology and the Concept of Immortality
An exploration of Socratic philosophy on immortality, its relationship to virtue ethics, and implications for human understanding.
The Dangers of Unjust Condemnation
The concept of unjust condemnation has been debated throughout history, with various philosophers contributing to the discussion, emphasizing civic engagement and moral responsibility.
Socrates' Defense: The Accusation of Philosophical Inquiry
Socrates' defense against accusations, exploring the context of these charges, main arguments presented by Socrates, and implications for understanding philosophical inquiry.
The Trial of Socrates: A Study in Philosophical Context
A study of the 399 BCE trial of Socrates, examining its historical context, philosophical implications, and ongoing significance.
The Enigmatic Socrates
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 Oligarchy and the Trial of Socrates
The trial of Socrates marked a significant turning point in Western philosophy, highlighting the complex relationships between politics, philosophy, and the role of the individual.
The Sophistic Movement and the Pursuit of Truth
The Sophistic movement, which emerged in ancient Greece around the 5th century BCE, emphasized intellectual honesty, critical thinking, and the pursuit of truth through argumentation and criticism.
The Sophistic Movement: Education and the Marketplace
The Sophistic movement in ancient Greece emphasized education as a marketable commodity, focusing on practical skills and rhetorical abilities.
The Philosophy of Protagoras: A Study of Relativism
Protagoras' theory of relativism challenges traditional notions of objective truth and morality, influencing thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Immanuel Kant.
Cultural Conservatism and Political Reaction: A Philosophical Analysis
An examination of cultural conservatism and political reaction through a philosophical lens, exploring their relationship in ancient Greece, modern America, and beyond.
The Changing Conception of Matter in Modern Physics
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.
A Brief History of Atomism
An ancient Greek philosophical theory that posits tiny indivisible particles called atoms as fundamental building blocks of matter.
The Enduring Legacy of Athenian Philosophy
Athenian philosophy's enduring legacy, emphasizing reason, ethics, and metaphysics, shaping Western thought since ancient Greece.
The Development of Athenian Democracy
A study on the development of Athenian democracy from monarchic rule to oligarchy and its impact on power dynamics.