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Yes he was.
In Nicomachean Ethics, he states that wealth does not bring happiness, but this is only because he was a wealthy and that was not a factor for him to achieve. "Happiness should be the highest goal in life." Which is true, but it is easy for him to say because he was a wealthy man.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoPerhaps philosophically, but he was quite poor materialistically. He had given up everything in his search for truth, even his life in the end. He was highly revered by much of Ancient Greece, however, causing riches to accumulate over time as he became more famous. He never cared for material wealth, though.
In short, no he was not for most of his life.
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Who were Greece's three most famous philosophers?
they are socrates, Plato and Aristotle
Three main greek philosophers?
Socrates Plato Aristotle Aristophanes Heraclitus Parmenides Pythagoras
Was Socrates for or against rationalism?
Socrates was thought to be a strong proponent of rationalism.
What did the Oracle of Delphi tell a friend of Socrates?
that no man was smarter than socrates
What period does Socrates belong?
Socrates lived during the Classical period (Ancient Greece).
Who was socrates friends in peril?
Socrates had many friends and followers, but two of his close friends were Crito and Phaedo. Crito was a wealthy Athenian who tried to help Socrates escape from prison, while Phaedo was one of Socrates' disciples present at his death.
What trade did the Greek Philosopher Socrates train for?
Socrates, who unlike most of his fellow philosophers, was not wealthy and lived his life rather simply. He was a trained stonemason by profession, the same as his father. Always low key and unassuming, Socrates could often be seen wearing the same brown cloak and conversing with everyone from the high born to the lowly slave.
How were the views of Socrates different from those of the Sophists?
The Sophists were hired by the wealthy to speak on any subject. Their teachings were based on no knowledge of the material and used well-formed words to persuade people to believe in them. Their view was that knowledge and understanding were not necessary if the augment made sense. Socrates was different from the Sophists in that he believed knowledge and understanding was key to happiness. Socrates did not argue points he did not believe in, and did not offer arguments for sale. Socrates view of knowledge and understanding was; Knowledge = virtue = happiness
What was his full name Socrates?
Socrates' full name was Socrates of Athens.
Is Socrates single?
No, Socrates is not single.
How did Plato get his good idea?
Socrates taught him
Who was put to death on a charge of corrupting the youth of Athens?
Socrates
What sculptures did Socrates make?
Socrates did not create any sculptures himself. He was a philosopher in ancient Greece known for his contributions to the field of ethics and his method of questioning.
Who is older Aristotle or Socrates?
Socrates was older than Aristotle. Socrates was born around 470 BCE, while Aristotle was born in 384 BCE.
Who came first Socrates or Plato?
Socrates came before Plato. Socrates was born around 470 BC, and Plato was one of his students. Plato was born around 428/427 BC.
Did Plato have an affair with Socrates?
There is no historical evidence to support the idea that Plato had an affair with Socrates. Plato was a student and admirer of Socrates, and their relationship was based on philosophical discussions and mentorship rather than a romantic or sexual relationship.
Plato's famous teacher was?
Socrates
