2020-2021 College Catalog

PHIL 381 Ancient Greek Philosophy

This course is a survey of the major achievements and figures of Classical Greek philosophy and their influence on thinkers in the Hellenistic period and late antiquity. There will be a special focus on the thinkers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Other schools of thought discussed will include the Sophists, Epicureanism, and Stoicism. Some major topics of the course will include Ancient Greek scientific views on the origins of the universe, the nature of the human soul, happiness, love, and friendship, and the ideal government.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Take one College Level Philosophy course (PHIL-201 rec.)