The home of the famous philosopher, Socrates, and also the birthplace of democracy was ancient Athens. Located in the southeastern portion of mainland Greece in the eastern portion of the Mediterranean Basin, Athens enjoyed a Golden (or, Classical) period in which both Socrates and democracy were born. On both counts, civilization has been profoundly influenced -- and is likely to continue to be influenced.
Socrates was an Athenian philosopher, and one of the founders of what is referred to as Western philosophy. He was from ancient Greece, along with early democracy.
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cleithenes introduced democracy in ancient Athens
he refused to escape from prison
Because a vote from the towns idiot has the same weight as a vote from Socrates.
No there is no connection between the concept of feudalism and democracy.
Because it persacuted his teacher, Socrates. Also he came from a household that looked down upon democracy. His ideal government was a small group of wise leaders.
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Socrates was critical of democracy because he believed that it could be easily manipulated by demagogues and lead to unjust decision-making. He was also concerned about the influence of majority opinion over truth and reason.
It made him question democracy
The death of Socrates had a profound impact on Plato, who was his student and friend. It inspired Plato to delve deeper into philosophical and ethical inquiries, leading him to establish his own philosophical school, the Academy. Plato's works often reflect and honor Socrates's teachings and legacy.
cleithenes introduced democracy in ancient Athens
Socrates was critical of democracy, as he believed it could lead to rule by the unqualified majority. Plato was also critical of democracy, preferring a philosopher-king ruling society in his ideal Republic. Aristotle had a more nuanced view, seeing democracy as a potentially good system if structured correctly to prevent mob rule and uphold the rule of law.
he refused to escape from prison
plato smells really bad and is old and Socrates was the man so he obviously was right..
plato smells really bad and is old and Socrates was the man so he obviously was right..