Socrates' philosophy in life
Socrates early life...
When was socrates born and died
| Socrates | |
|---|---|
| Classical Philosopher | |
| Specialty | Western philosophy |
| Born | c. / BC Deme Alopece, Athens |
| Died | c.
BC (about age 71) |
| Nationality | Greek |
While some could argue that other philosophers were more impacting in terms of the effect on human development, it can be said that Socrates established the proper way to conduct studies and insights into philosophy.
His actual insights into human nature and virtues were groundbreaking. However, he did pay the ultimate price for his achievements.
Early Years of Socrates
Socrates was born circa B.C. in Athens, Greece.
His early life is pieced together from three major sources: the works of Plato, Xenophon, and Aristophanes.
Socrates achievementsExact records of his life were never kept and, if they were, they have been lost. Socrates was the son of a stonecutter and, before he would become known as a philosopher, he worked as a stonecutter as well.
References to Socrates&#; life in the works of the Plato, Xenophon, and Aristoph