Socrates and the Hemlock Decision

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What did Socrates believe about possession of knowledge?

It is a virtue and ignorance is a depravity.

According to Socrates, what is the first step in acquiring knowledge?

Accepting ignorance

How did Socrates suggest we understand ourselves according to the text?

Through internal questioning or introspection

What method is commonly associated with Socrates for understanding oneself?

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

What concept did Plato establish in his work?

<p>&quot;Virtue&quot; and &quot;intelligence&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Plato known as due to his contributions in philosophy?

<p>Father of academy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Philosophy'?

<p>Love for wisdom and study of acquiring knowledge through rational thinking and inquiries</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, what is the main motivation for human actions?

<p>Happiness attainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Ideal realm, according to Socrates, represent?

<p>Unchanging, eternal, and perfect qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Socrates believe was the goal of life for individuals?

<p>Pursuit of wisdom and perfection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which entity belongs to the Ideal Realm based on Socrates' philosophy?

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

What tool does Socrates suggest the Soul uses to strive for wisdom and perfection?

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

In Plato's philosophy, which part of the soul is driven by physical needs and desires?

<p>Appetitive soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, which part of the soul is competitive and actively seeks to correct wrongs?

<p>Spirited soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher believes in the idea of 'knowing oneself'?

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

According to Plato, what type of person will not be tempted by vices and will always be just?

<p>A person following truth and wisdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the soul is referred to as the 'driver of our lives' in Plato's philosophy?

<p>Rational soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the teachings of St. Augustine, what does he believe is essential for a better life?

<p>Devotion to mending the relationship with God</p> Signup and view all the answers

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