Sócrates
Sócrates was an ancient Greek philosopher who is considered one of the founders of Western philosophy. He is best known for his unique method of inquiry, the Socratic method, which involves asking a series of questions to stimulate critical thinking and illuminate ideas. Living in Athens during the 5th century BC, he focused on ethics and the examination of moral concepts, emphasizing the importance of self-knowledge and virtue. Despite leaving no written works, his thoughts were documented by his students, notably Plato, who depicted him in dialogues that explore fundamental philosophical questions. Socrates' legacy endures as a symbol of intellectual inquiry and the pursuit of truth, often challenging societal norms and encouraging dialogue and reflection, making him a timeless figure in the discourse of philosophy.
Born on Feb 19, 1954 (71 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 10,186 | $89,000 | 84$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 9,203 | $240,000 | 217$ |
| Greece | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 9,390 | $190,000 | 171$ |
| Totals | 3 | 31,467,673 | 28,779 | $519,000 | 472$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Greece:
Socrates is referenced in relation to the concept of leaders resorting to falsehoods for the benefit of citizens.
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Dominican Republic:
Irene Vallejo uses an anecdote of Socrates to discuss the threat of artificial intelligence to critical thinking.
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Portugal:
Sócrates refused to reveal his financial and social situation to the justice system.
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Iraq:
Socrates is referenced for his philosophical insights on happiness and justice.
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Guatemala:
Sócrates believed that freedom consists in seeking wisdom and knowing virtue to escape ignorance.
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Spain:
Han identifies with Socrates' mission of awakening and critiquing society.
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Hungary:
Socrates is considered one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy.
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Ireland:
Socrates is discussed in relation to his model of debate and the concept of Socratic dialogue.
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Canada:
Socrates said, 'The unexamined life is not worth living' at his trial on charges of corrupting the youth of Athens.
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Denmark:
Socrates feared that writing would destroy our memory and that by delegating our thinking to writing, we would lose our imagination and ability to maintain a real dialogue.
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