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Philosophy is derived from the Greek words philos (love) and ______ (wisdom)
Philosophy is derived from the Greek words philos (love) and ______ (wisdom)
sophia
Epicurus was the founder of ______, a school of philosophy
Epicurus was the founder of ______, a school of philosophy
Epicureanism
Heraclitus is credited with the saying 'No man ever steps in the ______ twice'
Heraclitus is credited with the saying 'No man ever steps in the ______ twice'
river
The philosopher is known as the lover of ______
The philosopher is known as the lover of ______
Socrates did not claim to be wise himself, instead saw himself as a 'midwife' helping others achieve ______.
Socrates did not claim to be wise himself, instead saw himself as a 'midwife' helping others achieve ______.
Democritus proposed that matter is composed of tiny particles called ______
Democritus proposed that matter is composed of tiny particles called ______
Plato was a student of ______ and wrote down his teachings.
Plato was a student of ______ and wrote down his teachings.
Aristotle proposed a system for classifying ______ and animals.
Aristotle proposed a system for classifying ______ and animals.
Socrates believed that philosophy could guide a person to live a ______ life.
Socrates believed that philosophy could guide a person to live a ______ life.
Plato established the ______ of Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the western world.
Plato established the ______ of Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the western world.
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Definition of Philosophy
- Derived from Greek words "philos" (love) and "sophia" (wisdom).
- Philosophy means the love of wisdom and encompasses the study of all things through their ultimate causes.
- Acquired knowledge through reason, focusing on reality, existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
Notable Ancient Greek Philosophers
Pythagoras (570 BCE to 495 BCE)
- Ionian Greek philosopher known for the Pythagorean Theorem in geometry.
Heraclitus (535 BCE to 475 BCE)
- Proposed that everything is based on a higher order called logos.
- Emphasized change as a permanent aspect of existence, famously stating, "No man ever steps in the river twice."
- Known as “The Obscure” and “The Weeping Philosopher.”
Democritus (460 BCE to 370 BCE)
- Focused on the study of natural phenomena.
- First to propose that matter consists of tiny particles called atoms.
Diogenes of Sinope (412 BCE to 323 BCE)
- Advocated for a simple and virtuous life, emphasizing austerity.
- Critiqued philosophers like Plato and Aristotle.
- Influential in developing Cynicism and Stoicism.
Epicurus (341 BCE to 270 BCE)
- Founder of Epicureanism, promoting happiness through philosophy.
- Shared atomist views with Democritus, asserting that everything is made of indivisible particles.
Socrates (470 BCE to 399 BCE)
- Leading ancient philosopher known for contributions to ethics.
- Employed the Socratic Method, facilitating wisdom through dialogue.
- Viewed himself as a “midwife” to help others achieve wisdom.
Plato (427 BCE to 347 BCE)
- Student of Socrates who documented his teachings and introduced his philosophies.
- Established the Theory of Forms and emphasized the creation of an ideal society led by wisdom and reason.
- Founded the Academy of Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world.
Aristotle (384 BCE to 322 BCE)
- Prominent student of Plato attending his Academy.
- Engaged in various disciplines: zoology, psychology, ethics, and politics.
- Developed a classification system for plants and animals.
- His work in logic pioneered the concept of deductive reasoning.
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