"Wisdom Begins in Wonder: The Socratic Legacy"

"Wisdom Begins in Wonder: 

                     The Socratic Legacy"

      Introduction -

   In our day to day classroom conversation the, discussion begin with the topic of "what is literature?" and that conversation lead us to the roots of the beginning of the literature. The root was comes from the time of Socrates, plato and many other historians. By our professor Dr.Dilipsir Barad gave us a task to write a blogg upon the Socrates life and the other things. He gave us a 4 videos of Socrates, from the watching of those videos my understanding of the Socrates and what is the role of Socrates in shaping the literature was below there.

    Preface to The Socrates -

 The Socrates  (c. 470–399 BCE) was the Greek philosopher, historian and much more notable figure in his time, who did not write any texts himself. Instead, his ideas and teachings were preserved and expanded in literature by his students—most notably Plato and Xenophon.Though Socrates himself was not a writer, his influence on literary and philosophical traditions is profound

  

- There are major four characteristics of the Socrates life regarding to the literature.

1.Oral Tradition 

                   " The Socratic Method "

2.Philosophical Dialogues

     - Influenced centuries of Western literature

3.Moral and Ethical Themes

     - "What is justice?" or "What is virtue?"

4.Legacy in Western Thought

    - European literary humanism, encouraging authors to explore reason, morality, and truth in their works

  In short, while Socrates did not expand literature directly through writing, his life, ideas, and method profoundly carving the content, form, and purpose of Western literature.

- The Brief Explanation of the Videos

1. सुकरात का दर्शन: मरते हुए एक मुर्गे की बात क्यों कर रहे थे? | Socrates 

 In that video the information provides an in-depth look into the life and philosophy of Socrates a foundational figure in Western thought. It explores his Socratic method of questioning, his ethical views, and the circumstances drawing to his trial and execution. The source highlights how Socrates's teachings, known primarily through his student Plato, challenged Athenian norms and ultimately led to charges of impiety and corrupting the youth. It also explains his unconventional appearance and his famous last words about owing a rooster to Asclepius, interpreting them as a sign of his view on death. The narrative emphasizes Socrates's commitment to truth and reason, even when facing death.

https://youtu.be/zo04J4l2fpk?si=mFuWP4T-HFgIdv6M

2.  A Lesson From Socrates That Will Change The Way You Think.

In this video the source offers a unique first-person views from Socrates, who, while awaiting his execution, explains his philosophical method. He emphasizes the importance of questioning established beliefs, arguing that true wisdom lies in recognizing one's own ignorance, which in turn leads to the pursuit of knowledge. Socrates details how his Socratic method, which involves asking challenging questions to test claims, was passed down through students like Plato and ultimately influenced Western thought and scientific inquiry. He also recounts the events leading to his conviction and death as a martyr for truth, highlighting the dangers of challenging those in power.

https://youtu.be/yH86jaBQ0F4?si=2uyUhTO2QvWLxx4D

3.The Trial of Socrates (Plato's Apology)

In this video transcript discussing Plato's Apology, which recounts the trial and defense of Socrates. It clarifies that "apology" in this context means a defense, not an expression of regret. The video explains the charges against Socrates, such as corrupting the youth and impiety, and his philosophical reasoning for his actions, including his interpretation of the Oracle of Delphi. Ultimately, it details Socrates's uncountable commitment to philosophy even in the face of a death sentence, portraying his calm acceptance and his belief in a just afterlife.

https://youtu.be/5-gyTgFjuIg?si=uAt8zqIN1HFIArR6

4.This tool will help improve your critical thinking - Erick Wilberding

This provided video explores Socrates' life and philosophical method, known as the Socratic Method. It details how Socrates, through a series of probing questions, helped others uncover flaws in their logic rather than providing direct answers, thus fostering a deeper understanding of complex concepts like justice. The text also traces the historical adaptation and application of this method across various fields, including medicine, science, law, and even contemporary legal reasoning in the Supreme Court. Finally, it touches upon the qualities of an effective Socratic educator and the controversies that ultimately led to Socrates' execution.

https://youtu.be/vNDYUlxNIAA?si=cci-gK_z-Az7p5uu

The videos are mentioned that gave us a various aspects of the Socrates life and  his invention in the literature and also show us how other notable figure was eminent in the exaggeration of the term which was given by Socrates.

Conclusion 

The whole blog include the means of Socrates and and also show how he become that's much notable and prominent figure in his time and also talk about the term 'Socrates method' and which thier disciples dealing with that term.

Refrences 

- Form Dilip barad sir's blog 

https://blog.dilipbarad.com/2024/06/socrates.html?m=1