Bust of Socrates

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Socrates, a towering figure in Western philosophy, emerged around 470/469 BC as a classical Greek Athenian philosopher. His profound impact on Western thought is undeniable, earning him a place alongside the most influential thinkers of all time. Socrates' life and teachings are shrouded in mystery, leaving us to piece together his legacy from the writings of those who knew him best - his students Plato and Xenophon, as well as the biting satire of Aristophanes in his plays.