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The Gadfly Returns: Why Socrates Still Matters

The Gadfly Returns: Why Socrates Still Matters

Published by Elle on April 15, 2025

“The unexamined life is not worth living.”— Socrates, Apology There’s something timeless about a person who asks, “Why do you believe that?” Not to argue.…

The Transition from Mythology to Rational Inquiry in Ancient Greece

The Transition from Mythology to Rational Inquiry in Ancient Greece

Published by Elle on September 17, 2024

In ancient Greece, a profound shift occurred that would lay the foundation for Western philosophy and science. This transition, spanning from the 6th to 4th…

The 5th Century BCE: Major Events, Prominent People, and a Hypothetical Day in the Life

The 5th Century BCE: Major Events, Prominent People, and a Hypothetical Day in the Life

Published by Elle on September 9, 2024

Life the 5th century BCE, a pivotal era in ancient history, spanned the years from 500 BCE to 401 BCE. This century was marked by…

Hello You, It’s Me Again: Where Are All the Philosophers?

Hello You, It’s Me Again: Where Are All the Philosophers?

Published by Elle on January 20, 2024

There are many people in the world who love to convey their thoughts and ideas to others. Language was the birth of communication, perhaps the…