2.02 Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
Resources from the Shepway and District u3a Science, Philosophy and Spirituality Seminar on Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle on 21st February 2024..
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Issue: Religion and philosophy
The First Fruits of Wisdom: Classical Athenian Philosophy
This article describes the classical athenian philosophy of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. The philosophies of these three great thinkers represent the initial, nourishing fruits emerging from the roots laid down in earlier periods. The article also questions the relevance of some of their core ideas to the modern lifestyle and technological prowess.
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The Relational Responsibility Manifesto
Our planetary and social crises stem from a loss of relationality—the false belief that we are isolated individuals, rather than deeply embedded in interconnected systems. This manifesto calls for a paradigm shift, urging individuals and leaders to restore relational responsibility, align governance with ecological balance, and reimagine progress as mutual flourishing.
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The Roots of Western Thought
In the sixth Century BC, the pre-Socratic philosophers established a tradition of rational inquiry that has shaped Western intellectual history. Their diverse and innovative ideas set the stage for subsequent philosophical, scientific, and metaphysical developments and continue to influence modern thought.
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2.01 The Roots of Western Thought
Resources from the Shepway and District u3a Science, Philosophy and Spirituality Seminar on The Roots of Western Thought: 31st January 2024.
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