12 Questions
What realm does the physical world belong to?
Imperfect realm
What does Socrates consider as the immortal entity of the self?
The soul
Why does Socrates believe that an unexamined life is not worth living?
Because a life without wisdom is meaningless
What does Socrates emphasize as the tool for the soul to achieve wisdom and perfection?
Reason
What is the Socratic method?
A process of self-knowledge through examining one's thoughts and emotions
How does Plato describe the self in relation to the soul?
Synonymous with the soul
What does Plato consider to be the divine essence in individuals?
Reason
According to Plato, how can genuine happiness be achieved?
By ensuring Reason is in control of Spirit and Appetite
According to Plato, what is the essence of justice?
Harmonious integration controlled by Reason
How does Plato differentiate between the world of forms and the world of sense?
The world of forms consists of non-physical ideas, while the world of sense represents reality.
According to Aristotle, what makes humans different from other living things?
Their capacity for rational thinking
How does Aristotle view the relationship between the body and soul?
As inseparable defining features
Explore the contrasting perspectives of the self in philosophy, examining its nature in the physical and ideal realms. Delve into concepts such as change, eternity, truth, goodness, and beauty as seen through the lenses of Socrates and other philosophers.
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