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The birth of philosophy

The birth of philosophy

The article 'The Birth of Philosophy' recounts the historical and cultural context in which philosophy emerged, focusing on the contributions of pre-Socratic philosophers and their impact on modern thought.

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Heraclitus

Heraclitus

The article 'Heraclitus' explores the life and thought of the pre-Socratic Greek philosopher, known for his doctrine of perpetual change and the famous aphorism 'Panta rei'.

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The Sophists

The Sophists

The article 'The Sophists' explores the role and influence of the sophists in ancient Greece, analyzing their philosophy, rhetorical techniques and their impact on the society of the time.

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Protagoras

Protagoras

Protagoras, a pre-Socratic Greek philosopher from Thrace, is considered one of the most influential sophists of the ancient world. His assertion that "man is the measure of all things" highlights the subjective nature of human experience.

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Gorgias

Gorgias

The title of the article is 'Gorgias'. This reading offers an in-depth look at the historical figure of Gorgias, examining his role in Athenian society and the impact of his thought on contemporary culture.

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Socrates

Socrates

The article 'Socrates' discusses the importance of the Athenian philosopher in the history of philosophy, including his main ideas and lasting impact on morality and epistemology.

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Plato

Plato

In the article 'Plato', the philosophy of one of the greatest thinkers of antiquity is examined. His ideas on ethics, politics, and the theory of forms are discussed, influences that have left a lasting imprint on philosophical thought.

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Aristotle

Aristotle

The article entitled 'Aristotle' explores the life and contributions of the famous Greek philosopher, analyzing his major works and the lasting influence he has had on Western philosophy.

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Epicurus

Epicurus

The article 'Epicurus' explores the life and doctrines of the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus, known for his theory of pleasure and happiness as the primary goals of human life.

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Stoicism

Stoicism

In the article 'Stoicism', the key concepts of this philosophical current are analyzed, including virtue, the control of emotions and the importance of reason, with references to the works of the main Stoic philosophers.

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Guide

Guide

The article 'Cicero' explores the life and influence of Marcus Tullius Cicero, one of the greatest Roman orators and philosophers, known for his eloquence and contribution to the rhetoric and politics of his time.

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