Ancient Greek philosophy laid the foundational framework for Western intellectual thought, emphasizing rational inquiry and the pursuit of knowledge through reason and evidence. Key figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle developed theories on ethics, metaphysics, and politics that continue to influence philosophical discourse today.

Ancient Greek Philosophy

Ancient Greek philosophy

foundational framework

Western intellectual thought

Rational inquiry is the systematic, evidence-based approach to understanding the world, emphasizing logical reasoning and empirical evidence over intuition or authority. It underpins scientific methods and critical thinking, aiming to minimize biases and errors in the pursuit of knowledge.

rational inquiry

pursuit of knowledge

reason and evidence

Key figures

Socrates

Plato

Aristotle

theories on ethics

Theories on metaphysics

Theories on politics

philosophical discourse

The Influence of Ancient Greeks on Western Philosophy

Exploring Ancient Greek Philosophy and Its Figures

Hermeneutics in Ancient Greece: Foundations and Philosophical Contributions

Historical Context of Hermeneutics: Evolution and Influence

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