Socrates
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Socrates is universally recognized as the foundational figure in Western philosophy. His influence is immeasurable: he is consistently ranked near the top of lists of the most influential figures in history. In Michael H. Hart's The 100, he is ranked number 6. The Socratic method remains a core pedagogical tool in law and philosophy schools. His trial and death have inspired countless works of art, literature, and film. He is a symbol of intellectual integrity and the pursuit of wisdom at any cost.
Honours & Distinctions
Foundational figure in Western philosophy
Universally recognized as the father of Western philosophy.
Asteroid 54598 Socrates
A main-belt asteroid named in his honor.
Socrates Program
A seminar for young leaders named after him.
Rankings & Lists
The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History
Magazine Covers
TIME
1953-07-06
Philosophy
Philosophy Now
2019-01-01
Socrates: The Man and His Method
Records & Feats
First moral philosopher
Shifted focus from natural science to ethics and how to live a good life.
Most influential philosopher never to write a text
All knowledge of him comes from his students' writings.