Socrates, The Socratic Method, and Introspection...
by: Les Carpenter Rational Nation USA Liberty -vs- Tyranny Neoclassical statue of ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates, outside Academy of Athens in Greece Spent a good share of the day reflecting on various philosophers. Greece has always been one of my favorite cultures, and I particularly enjoy Greek mythology and the great philosophers of the Hellenistic period. I also admit to enjoying Greek food and wine as well as having an attraction to Greek women back in the day. It seems only natural given the above I should find myself zeroing in on one of the trio of great Greek philosophers, principally Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Mind you I am no expert on these great thinkers of antiquity, other than being humbled by their intellect and wisdom. Aristotle is for me the larger of the three giants. An opinion I am sure many might agree and equally as many might disagree. Socrates is perhaps best known for his Socratic method of teaching, which is the questioning of othe...