Sunday, August 15, 2010

Socrates (Western Political Thinker)

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SOCRATES
Background:
- Greek philosopher lived between 469-399.
- Loved philosophy.
- In his young, attended school of Athens and joined military service.
- Killed due to try reveal the truth.
Ideas:
- State must be ruled by philosopher king (man of wisdom/knowledgeable) because only knowledgeable person has the capability of leading men toward happiness.
- Democracy is bad because it gives rise (leads) to tyranny (abuse).

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