In this post we present and analyze nine quotes from the ancient Greek Philosopher Cleobulus, one of the so-called ‘seven sages’. Continue reading “‘Life tips’ by Cleobulus from Lindos”
‘Life tips’ by Cleobulus from Lindos
God and Μan – Plato
In this post we present and analyze an excerpt from the ‘Laws‘ of Plato (IV 715e). Continue reading “God and Μan – Plato”
Anaximander predicts an earthquake (6th century B.C.)!
Prediction of earthquakes is still in question and under research even in our times. Could there have been a philosopher/scientist predicting earthquakes during the 6th century B.C.? Continue reading “Anaximander predicts an earthquake (6th century B.C.)!”
The anti-authoritarian and liberal spirit in Democritus
In this post we present and analyze six quotes of the ancient philosopher Democritus. Continue reading “The anti-authoritarian and liberal spirit in Democritus”
Homer against a materialistic approach of Life
In this post we present and analyze a very interesting excerpt from Homer’s Iliad. Continue reading “Homer against a materialistic approach of Life”
Social & Theological views in Homer
In this post we present and analyze a very interesting excerpt from Homer’s Iliad. Continue reading “Social & Theological views in Homer”
Alkidamas of Elaia about Freedom
In this post we present and analyze a very interesting quote of the ancient Greek rhetor and sophist, Alkidamas of Elaia (Asia Minor), 4th century B.C., student of Gorgias: Continue reading “Alkidamas of Elaia about Freedom”
The consequences of Hubris in Human societies – The almost ‘prophetic’ word of Hesiod
In this post we present and originally analyze two excerpts from Hesiod‘s “Works and Days“. Continue reading “The consequences of Hubris in Human societies – The almost ‘prophetic’ word of Hesiod”
Homer’s Theological positions – What was his opinion on ‘atheism’?
In this post we present and analyze excerpts from Homer’s “Odyssey”, which reveal some of his substantial theological positions.
Continue reading “Homer’s Theological positions – What was his opinion on ‘atheism’?”
