He drinks the hemlock
Socrates demonstrate that he is the master of his own destiny by drinking a beverage made with hemlock. He was able to survive even though the plant is toxic.
Socrates believed that true wisdom comes from self-awareness and self-examination, which allowed him to navigate life with moral integrity and make choices that aligned with his principles. By constantly questioning his own beliefs and actions, Socrates demonstrated autonomy and mastery over his destiny through thoughtful introspection and adherence to his ethical code, even in the face of adversity.
Satan did. He told me on Myspace.
Socrates was the teacher and mentor of Plato. Their relationship was that of a student and a master, with Plato being greatly influenced by Socrates' teachings and philosophy. Plato went on to become a distinguished philosopher in his own right, building upon the ideas of Socrates.
Try looking at Conrad's Heart of Darkness... I believe it's in there.
Socrates invented the Socratic Method. This is a method that encourages people to think on their own.
You have a chance to chart your own destiny.
you are responsible for your own destiny therefore if you are responsible for your own destiny everyday than you should be able to count how many days old you are. Your age is your days of your destiny.
Plato (437-347) was Socrates' prized student.
There are many people who may informally have this belief. An organized religion that might be said to hold this belief is the Church of Satan. Their official website states, "We satanists are our own gods".
Socrates was his own mentor - learning from discussions with the young men he mentored.
The Athenian teacher of Plato was Socrates. Plato was one of Socrates' most famous students and he went on to become a renowned philosopher in his own right.