Answer to Question #176584 in History for Fbbs

Question

Explain how Socrates embodied the beliefs and ideals of their respective civilization and culture. analyze core ideas and to place them in their appropriate historical context.

 

Answer 1

They expanded the purpose of philosophy from trying to understand the outside world to try to tease apart one’s inner values. His passion for definitions and hair-splitting questions inspired the development of formal logic and systematic ethics . Socrates believed that philosophy should achieve practical results for the greater well-being of society. He attempted to establish an ethical system based on human reason rather than theological doctrine. Socrates pointed out that human choice was motivated by the desire for happiness