In this video, we explore the profound philosophies of five iconic Greek thinkers: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, and Zeno.

Socrates, known for the Socratic Method, emphasized the importance of questioning to gain wisdom and understand virtue. His disciple, Plato, expanded on these ideas, introducing the theory of Forms and envisioning an ideal society in The Republic. Aristotle, Plato’s student, took a more empirical approach, developing comprehensive systems of logic, ethics, and politics, influencing Western thought for centuries.

We then dive into the contrasting views of Epicurus, who advocated for simple pleasures and the avoidance of pain as the path to happiness, and Zeno, the founder of Stoicism, who taught self-control and resilience in the face of life’s challenges.

This is a perfect video to review philosophy or Greek history for a social studies class at any level. It can be used as an introduction in elementary, middle, or high school. It is also a good review for a intro college class.

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