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Intro to Philosophy: Its Birth in Athens

The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind

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Exploring the Philosophical Bridges of Humanity

This chapter explores the contrasting philosophical views of humanity in Greek and Jewish thought, specifically the Greek emphasis on cultural progress versus the Jewish concept of a divine covenant. It then examines Plato's intellectual contributions and his dialogical method, which encourages critical discourse on essential topics like justice and governance.

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