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Which of the following best describes the literal translation of the word 'philosophy'?
Which of the following best describes the literal translation of the word 'philosophy'?
- The pursuit of knowledge
- The love of wisdom (correct)
- The search for meaning
- The study of truth
The Peloponnesian War led to increased confidence in Athenian democracy and traditional values.
The Peloponnesian War led to increased confidence in Athenian democracy and traditional values.
False (B)
Name the three Greek philosophers mentioned as legacies in the content.
Name the three Greek philosophers mentioned as legacies in the content.
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
Which approach did Socrates advocate for addressing the problem of evil?
Which approach did Socrates advocate for addressing the problem of evil?
The Greeks believed that the laws operating in the universe were ________ and ________.
The Greeks believed that the laws operating in the universe were ________ and ________.
Socrates believed that individuals commit evil acts due to a deliberate choice rather than a lack of knowledge.
Socrates believed that individuals commit evil acts due to a deliberate choice rather than a lack of knowledge.
What was a primary focus that emerged during the time of uncertainty after the Peloponnesian War?
What was a primary focus that emerged during the time of uncertainty after the Peloponnesian War?
What was the primary method Socrates used to engage with others and explore knowledge?
What was the primary method Socrates used to engage with others and explore knowledge?
Which of the following is NOT considered a basic assumption that influenced Greek philosophy?
Which of the following is NOT considered a basic assumption that influenced Greek philosophy?
Match the war with its impact on Athenian society:
Match the war with its impact on Athenian society:
Socrates encouraged individuals to first inquire and discover the true nature of ______ when seeking solutions to problems.
Socrates encouraged individuals to first inquire and discover the true nature of ______ when seeking solutions to problems.
Which statement reflects the Greek perspective on understanding the universe?
Which statement reflects the Greek perspective on understanding the universe?
Match the philosopher with their main philosophical idea:
Match the philosopher with their main philosophical idea:
What did Socrates advise individuals to do in order to gain a better perspective on a problem which affects them?
What did Socrates advise individuals to do in order to gain a better perspective on a problem which affects them?
Socrates limited his questioning to philosophical matters and avoided challenging societal traditions or institutions.
Socrates limited his questioning to philosophical matters and avoided challenging societal traditions or institutions.
According to Socrates, what is the relationship between truth and action?
According to Socrates, what is the relationship between truth and action?
According to Socrates, what is the relationship between knowledge, virtue, and vice?
According to Socrates, what is the relationship between knowledge, virtue, and vice?
Socrates was arrested and accused of corrupting the youth of Athens.
Socrates was arrested and accused of corrupting the youth of Athens.
According to Plato, what is a primary flaw of democracy?
According to Plato, what is a primary flaw of democracy?
What method did Plato use to document the philosophical investigations of Socrates?
What method did Plato use to document the philosophical investigations of Socrates?
Aristotle primarily relied on sensory experiences to acquire knowledge.
Aristotle primarily relied on sensory experiences to acquire knowledge.
In what year did Plato found the Academy?
In what year did Plato found the Academy?
Socrates was sentenced to death by consuming a potion of the poisonous plant _______.
Socrates was sentenced to death by consuming a potion of the poisonous plant _______.
Match the philosopher with their notable idea:
Match the philosopher with their notable idea:
Aristotle's theory of ___________ has had an unmatched influence on the history of Western thought.
Aristotle's theory of ___________ has had an unmatched influence on the history of Western thought.
In Plato's The Republic, what type of rulers did he advocate for?
In Plato's The Republic, what type of rulers did he advocate for?
Which of the following subjects were explored in Aristotle's works?
Which of the following subjects were explored in Aristotle's works?
Why did Plato believe intellectuals were best suited to rule a society?
Why did Plato believe intellectuals were best suited to rule a society?
Plato believed that democratic institutions were aligned with his political views.
Plato believed that democratic institutions were aligned with his political views.
Socrates encouraged people to be uncritical of their ideas on truth and justice.
Socrates encouraged people to be uncritical of their ideas on truth and justice.
Who was Plato's most famous student?
Who was Plato's most famous student?
What does Aristotle compare happiness to in his 'Doctrine of the Mean'?
What does Aristotle compare happiness to in his 'Doctrine of the Mean'?
Which philosopher is known for stating that 'An unexamined life is not worth living' and for using the Socratic Method?
Which philosopher is known for stating that 'An unexamined life is not worth living' and for using the Socratic Method?
Who advocated the rule of a Philosopher-King and developed the Doctrine of the Mean?
Who advocated the rule of a Philosopher-King and developed the Doctrine of the Mean?
Which philosopher is credited with developing syllogism as a form of reasoning?
Which philosopher is credited with developing syllogism as a form of reasoning?
The Socratic Method, championed by _______, involves questioning to stimulate critical thinking and illuminate underlying presumptions.
The Socratic Method, championed by _______, involves questioning to stimulate critical thinking and illuminate underlying presumptions.
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the application of the 'Doctrine of the Mean'?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the application of the 'Doctrine of the Mean'?
Using syllogism, one can definitively prove the truth of a statement, regardless of the truth of its premises.
Using syllogism, one can definitively prove the truth of a statement, regardless of the truth of its premises.
In what situation would the philosophical concept of 'an unexamined life is not worth living' be most applicable?
In what situation would the philosophical concept of 'an unexamined life is not worth living' be most applicable?
Match the philosopher with their contribution:
Match the philosopher with their contribution:
Which of the following best describes a sentence with minimal distractions regarding syntax?
Which of the following best describes a sentence with minimal distractions regarding syntax?
According to the provided content, syntax errors that hinder a reader's understanding are considered 'minimal distractions'.
According to the provided content, syntax errors that hinder a reader's understanding are considered 'minimal distractions'.
What was the primary focus of Greek philosophers during the Hellenic Age?
What was the primary focus of Greek philosophers during the Hellenic Age?
Which philosopher advocated examining one's own life and self?
Which philosopher advocated examining one's own life and self?
__________ attempted to outline a society free from the defects of Athenian democracy.
__________ attempted to outline a society free from the defects of Athenian democracy.
Which action is most associated with Aristotle's contributions to philosophy?
Which action is most associated with Aristotle's contributions to philosophy?
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Match each philosopher with their primary focus:
Match each philosopher with their primary focus:
Flashcards
Philosophy
Philosophy
From Greek words 'philia' (love) and 'sophia' (wisdom); the love of wisdom.
Greek Civilization's Impact
Greek Civilization's Impact
The Greeks established foundations that shaped Western cultures.
Key Greek Philosophers
Key Greek Philosophers
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.
Peloponnesian War Significance
Peloponnesian War Significance
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Post-Peloponnesian War Philosophy
Post-Peloponnesian War Philosophy
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Assumptions of Greek Philosophy
Assumptions of Greek Philosophy
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Order in the Universe (Greek View)
Order in the Universe (Greek View)
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Constant and Absolute Laws
Constant and Absolute Laws
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Role of Reason (Greeks)
Role of Reason (Greeks)
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Socrates on Evil
Socrates on Evil
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Socrates' Solution to Human Problems
Socrates' Solution to Human Problems
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Socratic Method
Socratic Method
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Socrates' Knowledge
Socrates' Knowledge
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Socrates on Truth
Socrates on Truth
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Value of Self-Knowledge
Value of Self-Knowledge
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Socrates' Impact
Socrates' Impact
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Plato's View on Democracy
Plato's View on Democracy
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Socrates: Knowledge & Virtue
Socrates: Knowledge & Virtue
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Critical Assessment
Critical Assessment
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Why Plato thought democracy was flawed
Why Plato thought democracy was flawed
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Socrates' Accusation
Socrates' Accusation
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Who was Plato?
Who was Plato?
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Socrates' Execution
Socrates' Execution
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Aristotle's primary tool for knowledge
Aristotle's primary tool for knowledge
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Plato's Documentation
Plato's Documentation
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Aristotle's Areas of Study
Aristotle's Areas of Study
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Aristotle's Syllogism
Aristotle's Syllogism
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The Republic
The Republic
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Philosopher-Kings
Philosopher-Kings
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Aristotle: Being happy is like…
Aristotle: Being happy is like…
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Intelligence & Welfare
Intelligence & Welfare
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Aristotle's Doctrine of the Mean
Aristotle's Doctrine of the Mean
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Appropriate Structure
Appropriate Structure
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Syntax Distractions
Syntax Distractions
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Hellenic Age
Hellenic Age
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Socrates
Socrates
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Plato
Plato
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Aristotle
Aristotle
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Greek Philosophy
Greek Philosophy
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Self-Examination
Self-Examination
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"Unexamined life"
"Unexamined life"
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Doctrine of the Mean
Doctrine of the Mean
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Syllogism
Syllogism
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Socrates' Philosophy
Socrates' Philosophy
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Plato's Philosopher-King
Plato's Philosopher-King
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Aristotle's Logic
Aristotle's Logic
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Study Notes
- Greek philosophy is analyzed with emphasis on the legacies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.
- Philosophy is derived from the Greek words "philia," meaning love, and "sophia," meaning wisdom, literally translating to "love of wisdom."
- Philosophy is an activity people engage in when they seek to understand truths about themselves, society, and their relationships.
- The Greek Civilization formed the foundations upon which most western cultures are built, contributing to religion, sports, medicine, mathematics, architecture, and democracy.
- Ancient Greeks are considered the founders of Western philosophy.
- Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle are well-known Greek philosophers.
- The Peloponnesian War led to the decline of Athenian naval and political power and caused Athenians to question their traditional beliefs.
- During a time of uncertainty, Greeks began seeking answers and explanations.
- Greek philosophy was influenced by three basic assumptions:
- The universe is organized.
- The laws of the universe are constant and absolute.
- The laws could be understood through logic and reason.
- The Greeks acknowledged that reason enables human beings to discern facts, accumulate knowledge, make informed decisions, and participate responsibly in governance.
Socrates (469-399 BCE)
- Born in Athens
- Considered one of mankind's greatest teachers.
- Argued that evil stems from ignorance, meaning people do wrong due to a lack of knowledge.
- Recommended that the method to solve man's problems is to inquire and discover the true nature of man.
- Advised self-knowledge to evaluate strengths and weaknesses for a better understanding of problems.
- Believed true knowledge is gained through dialogue and systematic questioning.
- The method he used in teaching is known as the Socratic Method.
- Challenged others to question traditions and institutions.
- Postulated that knowledge can be acquired through education and that virtue can be taught.
- He taught his students to be critical in assessing their values.
- He was arrested and accused of impiety and corrupting the youth of Athens.
- Having been found guilty, he was sentenced to death by being forced to consume hemlock.
Plato (427-347 B.C.)
- One of the most brilliant thinkers in the history of western thought.
- He wrote down the conversations of Socrates as a means of philosophical investigation.
- Plato advocated for philosopher-kings as the best rulers in The Republic.
- Believed intellectuals are best suited to rule because of their superior intelligence, which should be used for the welfare of society.
- Plato's political view was influenced by the social and political conditions in Greece.
- He considered democracy inherently flawed because it allows people to hold political office without demonstrated qualifications.
- A student of Socrates.
- A teacher of Aristotle.
- The founder of the Academy in 387 B.C.
Aristotle (384-322 B.C.)
- Used reason as the primary tool to discover the essence of knowledge derived from sense experiences.
- His works covered logic, metaphysics, physics, astronomy, meteorology, biology, psychology, ethics, and politics.
- His theory of Syllogism has had unmatched influence on the history of Western thought, establishing conditions for valid conclusions from given premises.
- The Doctrine of the Mean states that being happy is like being well-fed, but the amount of food needed varies based on individual factors.
- The proper amount can be determined through trial and error.
- The correct amount is moderation between eating too much and too little.
- His philosophy emphasizes acting in moderation to achieve happiness, striving for the mean between two extremes.
- Aristotle preached that an activity is properly performed when done by reason with rational bounds, emphasizing moderation.
- Student of Plato.
- Tutor of Alexander the Great.
- Established his school, Lyceum, in 335 B.C.
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