Socrates, Plato Quotes

A collection of quotes by Socrates, Plato.

Socrates (469-399 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher known for his Socratic method of questioning and his influence on Plato. He played a significant role in the development of Western philosophy and taught Plato, who later became his most famous pupil. Plato (427-347 BC) was a philosopher, mathematician, and student of Socrates. He founded the Academy in Athens, where he taught a wide range of subjects. Plato's dialogues, written in the form of conversations between Socrates and others, explore various philosophical themes and ideas. His philosophical works have had a profound impact on the Western intellectual tradition.

I must first know myself, as the Delphian inscription says;

I must first know myself, as the Delphian inscription says; to be curious about that which is not my concern, while I am still in ignorance of my own self, would be ridiculous. And therefore I bid farewell to all this; the common opinion is enough for me. For, as I was saying, I want to know not about this, but about myself: am I a monster more complicated and swollen with passion than the serpent Typho, or a creature of a gentler and simpler sort, to whom Nature has given a diviner and lowlier destiny?

Socrates, Plato

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