Aristotle

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Life and Influence of Aristotle

Aristotle was born during the Classical period in Stagira, northern Greece, and was raised by a guardian after his father's death.
At the age of 17 or 18, he joined Plato's Academy in Athens and remained there until Plato's death.
After leaving Athens, Aristotle tutored Alexander the Great in Macedonia and established a library in Lyceum, producing numerous works.
Despite writing extensively, only about a third of Aristotle's original works have survived, and not all were intended for publication.
Aristotle's complex analysis provided a foundation for Western intellectual vocabulary, methods of inquiry, and problem-solving techniques.
His thoughts have had a unique impact on knowledge in the West, shaping nearly every aspect of contemporary philosophical discourse.
Aristotle's influence on physics expanded from ancient times through the early Middle Ages and the Renaissance until replaced by Newton's physics.
Aristotle's contributions to biology included observations such as the reproductive arms of the octopus, which were previously disbelieved.
He influenced early Christian and Islamic philosophy, particularly the early medieval Neoplatonism and the scholastic tradition of the Catholic Church.
Among medieval Muslim scholars, Aristotle was known as "the first teacher."
Aristotle's work challenged and influenced medieval and early modern Christian and Islamic intellectual traditions.
His work also had a significant impact on the development of modern science and philosophy.

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"Life and Influence of Aristotle" Quiz Test your knowledge on the life and impact of the influential philosopher Aristotle. Explore his contributions to Western intellectual thought, his teachings to Alexander the Great, and his lasting influence on fields such as philosophy, science, and religion.