Socrates: The philosopher who taught by asking questions.
Did you know that Socrates never wrote down his ideas, but his way of thinking changed the history of philosophy forever? Instead of giving answers, he asked questions that led people to think deeply. His method remains a key tool for developing critical thinking and dialogue in education today.
In this module, you will explore the life of Socrates and his impact on Western philosophy. You will learn about his famous Socratic method, Socratic irony, and how his ideas influenced the concept of virtue and justice. You will also discover what Ancient Athens was like, with its impressive art, architecture, literature and theater.
Socrates taught us that true wisdom is not in knowing everything, but in recognizing what we have yet to learn.
Character Curiosities
- 📖 He never wrote down his ideas, everything we know about him comes from his disciples, such as Plato.
- 🗣️ He questioned everything – His way of teaching consisted of asking questions that led others to find answers for themselves.
- 🏛️ Athens condemned him to death – He was accused of “corrupting the youth” and forced to drink hemlock, a poisonous plant.
