Greek Philosophy and Socrates
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According to Plato, which part of the soul enjoys sensual experiences like food and drink?

  • The Appetitive (correct)
  • The Rational
  • The Emotional
  • The Spirited
  • What is St. Augustine's view on the concept of the 'self'?

  • It is an immaterial but rational soul (correct)
  • It consists of physical experiences only
  • It is separate from the soul
  • It is material and perishable
  • What was Descartes known for emphasizing in his philosophy?

  • Intuition over reason
  • Rejection of self-awareness
  • Use of emotions in decision-making
  • Hyperbolical/metaphysical doubt (correct)
  • According to Descartes, what does his famous line 'Cogito ergo sum' mean?

    <p>I think, therefore I am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does John Locke expand the definition of the 'self' to include?

    <p>Memories of thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher believed that the immaterial soul is constant and remains unchanged by time?

    <p>Descartes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'philosophy' originally mean?

    <p>The pursuit of knowledge for its own sake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Socrates' main methods of inquiry known as?

    <p>Socratic method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Socrates, what role does philosophy play in people's lives?

    <p>Crucial role</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Socrates believe was necessary to attain happiness?

    <p>Virtue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the student of Socrates known for the 'Theory of Forms'?

    <p>Plato</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Plato's famous concept that emphasized the influence of good actions?

    <p>'Theory of Forms'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Philosophy Overview

    • Philosophy originally means 'love of wisdom'.

    Socrates' Philosophy

    • Socrates' main method of inquiry was known as the method of elenchus, a technique of questioning to expose ignorance.
    • According to Socrates, philosophy plays a crucial role in people's lives as it helps them to understand themselves and make informed decisions.
    • Socrates believed that self-knowledge and self-awareness are necessary to attain happiness.

    Plato's Philosophy

    • Plato was a student of Socrates and is known for the 'Theory of Forms'.
    • Plato emphasized the influence of good actions through his concept of the 'Allegory of the Cave'.

    Descartes' Philosophy

    • Descartes was known for emphasizing reason and individualism in his philosophy.
    • Descartes' famous line 'Cogito ergo sum', meaning 'I think, therefore I am', emphasizes the existence of the self as a thinking being.

    St. Augustine's Philosophy

    • St. Augustine believed that the immaterial soul is constant and remains unchanged by time.

    John Locke's Philosophy

    • John Locke expanded the definition of the 'self' to include personal identity, consciousness, and memories.

    Plato's Soul

    • According to Plato, the appetitive part of the soul enjoys sensual experiences like food and drink.

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    Explore the origins of the term 'philosophy' and learn about the influential Greek philosopher Socrates. Discover how Socrates' method of inquiry, known as the 'Socratic method', shaped Western thought.

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