Have you ever met someone who thinks they know everything, but when asked questions, they start to struggle? That’s the essence of Socrates’ approach to knowledge. Socrates lived in ancient Greece and changed the way people think forever with his unique method of questioning. This method teaches us to question everything and not to accept beliefs blindly, leading to a deeper understanding of the truth. By adopting this approach, we become wiser and more cautious about what we believe.

The Oracle’s Bold Statement

A long time ago, in ancient Greece, there lived a man named Socrates. He wasn’t a king, a warrior, or a rich man. He was just a simple thinker who loved asking questions. One day, a friend of Socrates visited the famous oracle of Delphi, a prophetess believed to have divine wisdom. The oracle made a bold statement: “Socrates is the wisest man in Athens.”

When Socrates heard this, he was shocked. Me? Wise? That........

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