socrates
Corinth
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.
ancient greece
the dialect system of learning
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.
cleithenes introduced democracy in ancient Athens
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..