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Philosopher

Socrates

470 BC – 399 BC

Greek philosopher considered the founder of Western philosophy. He taught by questioning — the 'Socratic method' — and was executed by Athens for corrupting the youth and impiety. He left no writings; his teachings survive through his students Plato and Xenophon. Socrates was active during the same period that Ezra and Nehemiah were restoring Jewish worship in Jerusalem.

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470 BC – 399 BC
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Persian Empire
470 BC399 BC
Persian Empire
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Greek philosopher considered the founder of Western philosophy.

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