PHI 182 A-Z - Selected PhilosophersSemester Hours: 3
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This course provides an in-depth study of a major philosophical figure; the figure to be studied varies from semester to semester depending on the instructor.
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PHI 182S - Selected Philosophers: Socrates
The person who, more than anyone else, originally defined “philosophy” was an Athenian named Socrates. He defined it even more by living and acting in certain ways than by producing ideas. Surprisingly, he left no written work. So, everything we know about him comes through other ancient writers, chiefly Plato. In this course, we will try to understand what Socrates did and who he was, by reading both ancient and current depictions of his activities and conversations. We will identify and then wrestle with ideas he is depicted as having expressed and arguments he is depicted as having made. Finally, we will examine his legacy and influence, both ancient and present — including what he might mean for us.
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May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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