PHI 0370 - SEM: SOCRATES & THE EXAMINED LIFE

Institution:

Rosemont College

Subject:

Description:

This course will examine the thought and influence of Socrates, the teacher of Plato and arguably the initiator of Western philosophy. We will identify, analyze, and evaluate the major elements typical of Socratic philosophy including: dialectics, the priority of definition, the unity and importance of virtue, irony, rigorous self-critique and refutation of mere opinions, the philosopher's relation to social and political life, friendship, character formation, love of country, and Socrates' suspicion of public education and popular culture, among others. We will also spend some time addressing the peculiarities of Socrates' personality and his moral courage.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

WRT 0110

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rosemont.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 527-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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