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Ancient Greek Philosophers

Ancient Greek Philosophers . Philosophers - “Lovers of Wisdom” . Philosophers are people who question the world around them seeking answers to life’s questions and seeking “truths” of the world. Greek Philosophers.

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Ancient Greek Philosophers

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  1. Ancient Greek Philosophers

  2. Philosophers - “Lovers of Wisdom” Philosophers are people who question the world around them seeking answers to life’s questions and seeking “truths” of the world.

  3. Greek Philosophers • After the Peloponnesian War, Athenians grew critical of democracy and questioned the ways of the world • Core Beliefs of Greek Philosophers: • The Universe is orderly; there are “universal laws” that apply to everything and do not change over time. • People can learn to understand these laws by applying reason and logic.

  4. Socrates • Believed natural laws about truth and justice existed • Encouraged others to question themselves and their morals and to seek knowledge • Accused (and convicted) of “corrupting the youth” with his ideas – sentenced to death

  5. Plato • Socrates’ student • Legacy: Writer of The Republic. • Believed states should have three classes: • Artisan/farmer class • Warriors • Ruling class • Philosopher-kings, the enlightened ones, should rule

  6. Aristotle • Plato’s student • Questioned how the world works, human’s beliefs, thoughts, and knowledge.

  7. Artifact Analysis

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