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Developing Classical Thinkers
The Good Life, Re-Examined with Gary Hartenburg
Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Gary Hartenburg, Director of the Honors College at Houston Christian University and Associate Professor of Philosophy, discusses the dialogues of Plato, Socrates' questioning habits, and the nature of truth, goodness, and reality. They explore Socrates' obsession with questions, Plato's philosophy of Forms, and the importance of keeping classical thinkers in the curriculum for promoting a continuous search for truth.
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- Socrates' pursuit of self-knowledge through relentless questioning emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and understanding.
- Plato's theory of forms, focusing on mathematical relations and immaterial entities, aligns with modern physics theories.
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Socrates' Quest for Self-Knowledge through Questioning
Socrates, inspired by a divine mission from the Oracle, is portrayed as constantly questioning to know himself. His approach involves dialogues and inquiries, seeking answers through discussions. Contrary to promoting skepticism, Socrates pursues self-examination, emphasizing the importance of relentless questioning for self-discovery and understanding.
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