Greek Philosophers

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Greek Philosophers : 

Greek Philosophers

Thales : 

Thales Comes up with the word “philosopher” Observe the physical world to discover the basis of life Universe is not governed by gods, but by natural laws people can understand

Pythagoras : 

Pythagoras Musician Mathematician Astronomer

Hippocrates : 

Hippocrates Created high moral code for doctors Do good, not knowingly harm or experiment on patients Hippocratic Oath

The Sophists : 

The Sophists New school of philosophy Do not study nature Focus is on political and social success Trained young men for political careers Criticized for their lack of ethics

The “Big Three” : 

The “Big Three” S = Socrates P = Plato A = Aristotle

Socrates : 

Socrates Very critical of the Sophists Lived in Athens Individuals should be guided by reason alone in their search for knowledge and truth Left no writings

Socratic Method : 

Socratic Method Teacher asks students questions to make them examine their beliefs with reason

Death of Socrates : 

Death of Socrates Charged with corrupting the youth of Athens and not honoring the gods Option of exile or trial Went to trial; found guilty Forced to drink hemlock

Plato : 

Plato Socrates’ “best” student Set up The Academy Taught philosophy, science, math Used Socratic Method Lots of written works Dialogues The Republic Discusses ideal state

Aristotle : 

Aristotle Plato’s “best” student Set up The Lyceum Science institution Taught moderation Best government was one with a philosopher-king aided by educated aristocrats and popular assembly