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Do ancient philosophers’ theories of knowledge still influence us today?

Monday, September 5th, 2011

Question by c.linic_al: Do ancient philosophers’ theories of knowledge still influence us today?
For example, Plato’s ‘Ideas’ and his Allegory of the Cave – does it in any way resonate in our modern lives?

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Answer by joe carpenter
Yes, absolutely, of course they do. People have not changed.

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Who of all philosophers made the greatest influence to modern man?

Thursday, July 7th, 2011

Question by zheekuli: Who of all philosophers made the greatest influence to modern man?

Best answer:

Answer by Cordova
Unfortunately not one of them seem to have been able to influence modern man. Most of the questions we ask have been pondered and recorded for the good of mankind. I suspect most of us have read some of these works but the majority of modern man has no clue.

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How did greek philosophers such as plato influence Greeks thought?

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

I’m writing an essay right now and if you help give me websites to how greek philosophers influence Greek thought by not believing in Greek mythology or explanations thanks!