Socrates
Philosophy examines and probes many different fields. Virtue, morality, immortality, death, and the difference between the soul and the body are just a few of the many different topics, which can be covered under the umbrella of philosophy. Philosophers are supposed to be experts on all these subjects. The have well thought out opinions, and they are very learned people. Among the most revered philosophers of all time was Socrates. Living around the 5th century B.C., Socrates was among the first philosophers who were not a sophist, meaning that he never felt that he was wise for he was always in the pursuit of knowledge. Unfortunately, Socrates was put to death late in his life. One of his best students, Plato, however, recorded what had occurred on that last day of Socrates' life. In Plato’s “The Apology”, Socrates was put on trial and charged with undermining state religion and corrupting young people. The speech he offered in his own defense provides us with many reminders of the central features of Socrates’ approach to philosophy and its relation to practical life. Explaining his mission as a philosopher, Socrates reports an oracular message telling him "No one is wiser than you (Plato).” He then proceeds through
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Approximate Word count = 959
Approximate Pages = 4 (250 words per page double spaced)
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