Socrates was one of the most renowned Greek philosophers of all time. Born in Athens circa 470 BCE, this ancient Greek philosopher laid the groundwork for Western philosophy, paving the way for ...

This timeless Socratic reflection on why inner contentment outshines material excess, and how chasing luxury often creates ...

Socrates, one of the greatest philosophers of ancient Greece, left us with a profound secret to wisdom that resonates even today. "To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom." This simple yet powerful ...

This article was produced with support from UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and the John Templeton Foundation as part of the GGSC's initiative on Expanding Awareness of the Science of ...