Education in Greek Philosophy

Abstract

Greek education differed significantly from Eastern education. Eastern education was characterized by rigidity and a conservative spirit, while Greek education was distinguished by its ability to grant individuals freedom of thought and innovation, and by its ability to foster individual growth in all its political, moral, scientific, and artistic aspects.

The Greek philosophers considered the goal of education to be understanding the meaning of life and understanding the things that are appropriate for a human being to strive for and obtain. To achieve the goal of the research, the research proceeded in six axes as follows: The first axis discussed the educational views of Socrates, who made man the measure of things. The second axis discussed sophistry and its role in linking philosophy and education. Then came The third section was devoted to the philosopher Plato, presenting his most important educational views. The fourth section discussed the philosopher Aristotle's educational views and his role in developing educational ideas in his era. The fifth section discussed the Stoics and their educational views. The sixth and final section was devoted to the Epicureans and their educational views.