Socrates (/ ˈsɒkrətiːz /; [2] Ancient Greek: Σωκράτης, romanized: Sōkrátēs; c. 470 – 399 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western …

Oct 9, 2025 · Socrates (born c. 470 bce, Athens [Greece]—died 399 bce, Athens) was an ancient Greek philosopher whose way of life, character, and thought exerted a profound influence on …

Sep 16, 2005 · The philosopher Socrates remains, as he was in his lifetime (469–399 B.C.E.), [1] an enigma, an inscrutable individual who, despite having written nothing, is considered one of …

Unlike other philosophers of his time and ours, Socrates never wrote anything down but was committed to living simply and to interrogating the everyday views and popular opinions of …

Aug 8, 2023 · Socrates was an ancient Greek philosopher considered to be the main source of Western thought. He was condemned to death for his Socratic method of questioning.

Sep 2, 2009 · Socrates of Athens (l. c. 470/469-399 BCE) is among the most famous figures in world history for his contributions to the development of ancient Greek philosophy which …

Nov 9, 2009 · Socrates was accused of corrupting the youth of Athens and sentenced to death. Choosing not to flee, he spent his final days in the company of his friends before drinking the …

Socrates is one of the most recognisable figures in philosophical history. He was born in 469 BCE in Athens and produced no writings of his own, yet his legacy lasted in the works of his students.

Apr 30, 2025 · Socrates was an important Greek philosopher known for his wisdom and the Socratic method. Socrates was sentenced to death for not believing in the city's gods and for …

Oct 18, 2025 · Socratic method, a form of logical argumentation originated by the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates (c. 470–399 bce). Although the term is now generally used as a name …