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Socrates - Philosophy

The Socratic Method and the teaching of Socrates, primarily recorded by his student Plato.
Ethics of Socrates, Xenophon, and Plato
Sanderson Beck's site provides the context in which Socrates lived and thought, the works based on his ethical philosophy, and details of his life.
Greek Philosophy: Socrates
Richard Hooker's World Civilization page summarizes the basics on Socrates, the transmission of his ideas since he didn't write, and his use of elenchus for cross examining.
How Socrates Taught
This page by Sanderson Beck examines Socrates' style of teaching, his attitude towards the divine and truth. Explains how Socrates adapted his teaching to the individual.

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