…on the quest for truth
During his trial in Athens around 399 BCE, the renowned Greek philosopher Socrates declared that “the unexamined life is not worth living” (ὁ δὲ ἀνεξέταστος βίος οὐ βιωτὸς ἀνθρώπῳ). He had been accused of impiety and corrupting the youth through his relentless questioning of the Athenian beliefs. His defiance ultimately led to his death sentence. … Read more
One of the most notable quotes in Philosophy is René Descartes’s first principle: Cogito, ergo sum. It’s a Latin phrase which means “I think, therefore I am”. That which cannot think, does not exist. Ancient Greek philosophers such as Aristotle and Parmenides have expressed similar views regarding consciousness and existence. While there have been critiques … Read more
As humans, we often assume that wisdom is universal—that what’s true in one man’s life must apply equally well to another. Nothing could be further from the truth. Actions deemed wise for one man may constitute absolute folly in the case of another. Let’s consider an example of two men whose understanding of the world … Read more
When I was young and naive, I believed that the world consists of two types of people – good and evil. My definition of good and evil was rather simplistic as well. People who cared for others’ well-being were good, while those who sought to harm others were evil. As my critical thinking skills developed … Read more
As a child, one often yearns for freedom and independence. However, as the years pass and one gains the much-coveted liberty, it seems that it doesn’t bring us much happiness. There comes a time when we, as adults, begin to wish for the carefree and playful life we once had. While my early days weren’t … Read more