The Philosophy of Self
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According to Socrates, what is the value of examining one's life?

  • It helps a person understand reality
  • It helps a person achieve genuine happiness
  • It helps a person become virtuous (correct)
  • It helps a person acquire knowledge

    • According to Plato, what is the difference between the self and the soul?

  • The self and the soul are both physical and temporary
  • The self is physical and temporary, while the soul is ideal and eternal (correct)
  • The self and the soul are synonymous
  • The self is ideal and eternal, while the soul is physical and temporary

    • What are the two realms according to Plato?

  • Spiritual realm and physical realm
  • Imperfect realm and perfect realm
  • Rational realm and emotional realm
  • Physical realm and ideal realm (correct)

    • Which part of the tripartite soul is responsible for seeking truth and being swayed by facts and arguments?

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

    How can genuine happiness be achieved?

    <p>By acquiring knowledge and understanding reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Socrates, what is the significance of examining one's life?

    <p>To become virtuous and know one's values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of philosophy?

    <p>Exploring the existence of man</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Plato, what is the difference between the self and the soul?

    <p>The self is physical, while the soul is ideal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two realms according to Plato?

    <p>Changeable and unchanging realms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the tripartite soul is responsible for desires that enable us to live?

    <p>Appetitive/physical desires part</p> Signup and view all the answers

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