“The wise man will want to be ever with him who is better than himself.”
Quote by Plato
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The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues
This book compiles four dialogues that delve into the philosophical ideas and teachings of Socrates, focusing on his trial and subsequent execution. The dialogues are thought-provoking examinations of ethics, justice, and the nature of virtue. more
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Plato
Plato (428 BC - 348 BC) was a prominent Greek philosopher, one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. He founded the Academy, which was the first institution of higher education in the Western world. Plato's philosophy, centered around the theory of Forms, emphasized the importance of reason and morality. more
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