1. Greek Philosophers

2. Philosopher “Lovers of Wisdom” Based on two assumptions
The universe (sea, land and sky) is put together in an orderly way and subject to unchanging laws
People can understand these laws through logic and reason

3. Socrates Athens Standards existed for truth and justice
Encouraged Greeks to question their moral character
Age 70 put on trial for “corrupting the youth of Athens”
Died by drinking a slow-acting poison

4. Plato Athens Socrates’ student
The Republic – set forth his vision of a perfectly governed society
Farmers and artisans
Warriors
ruling class
The most intelligent should be the ruler

5. Aristotle Athens Plato’s student
Questioned the nature of the world and of human belief, thought and knowledge
Logic
Psychology, physics, and biology