What is the psyche, and what did Socrates believe about it?
Why did he believe as he did?
For Socrates, the central concern of philosophy is the psyche, the true self or "soul," which is immortal and imperishable: you core identity, the unique spirit that makes you distinctively you, your authentic personality, your distinctive character.
- According to Socrates, your soul is "immortal and imperishable, and after death should continue to exist in another world."
- Every soul seeks happiness, Socrates believes, and there is a clearly defined path to achieving happiness, though many don't choose to take it.
- The unexamined life is not worth living: Socrates was convinced that we have a moral obligation to achieve our full human potential.
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