12 Questions
What did Greek philosophers in Miletus prefer to look for?
Natural explanations
What were people skilled in explaining worldwide changes called in the 5th century BCE?
Sophists
Who was known for the phrase 'Know Thyself' in the context of philosophy?
Socrates
How did Socrates try to discover essential knowledge according to the text?
By asking questions and engaging in discussion
What was the tool Socrates used to discover important truths?
Socratic Method
Who was considered the mentor of Plato?
Socrates
According to Socrates, what is the true self?
The soul
What is the aim of the Socratic Method?
To make people think, seek, and ask questions
According to Plato, where can pure knowledge be obtained?
In the soul, by contemplating things by themselves
What characteristics do Plato's Forms possess?
They are ageless and eternal
According to Plato's Dualism, what does the Realm of Shadows consist of?
Imperfect and flawed entities
What did Plato establish upon his return to Athens?
"The Academy"
Explore the philosophical beliefs and teachings of Greek thinkers from Miletus who sought natural explanations for phenomena in the 5th century BCE. Learn about the Sophists as the first teachers of the western world and how Athenians settled disputes through discussion and debate.
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