The learning link I have chosen is on the great Greek philosopher Plato. Plato accomplished many things in his life, from inspiring the Christian religion to his influential political views. His life contributed to the study of philosophy in so many ways. Plato demonstrated two of the four classical greek virtues in his lifetime--courage and prudence; Although he may have lived centuries ago, his life and virtues relate to me in various ways. Plato, which means the broad one, showed signs of the virtue courage (2007). Once his teacher, Socrates passed away, he set out into the world on his own for twevle years. Having the courage to leave your home and venture out into the world is scary, not many people have the guts to leave behind their
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Plato’s accomplished many things in his life, due to those accomplishments he was able to open up a school of philosophy, that was open for 1,000 years (2007). Prior to this Plato worked among Socrates, a very well known philosopher. Socrates helped influence Plato’s outlook on life. Prior to this Plato was already well educated, he had a strong background in the world of politics (2007). But Socrates challenged Plato 's ideas which ultimately led him to be a better man. I believe the first step to wisdom is challenging your beliefs and way of thought. If Plato was not able to do so, he may have not given a template for the Christian religion, become a devein teacher, or most importantly generate memorable quotes of wisdom for millions of high school students to use as their senior quotes (2007)! Plato was able to change the views of the old world. Having the experience of being educated, the knowledge, and a reasonable sense of judgment Plato demonstrated the virtue prudence …show more content…
Moving from place to place, sometimes with my family and sometimes on my own I know what its like to venture out into the “unknown.” I have often had to leave loved ones behind and start over. First it was due to the fact that my father was in the army. By the age of nine I moved at least twelve different times. Although every time I moved it was roughly around the same area it was hard moving my life, unpacking my room and setting it up all over again. I had to make new friends, and almost always lost touch with my old ones. By the time I graduated from highschool, I had gone to three different high schools and my transcript was all out of wack! If it was not for my guidance counselor I might have not had the correct amount of credits to graduate! All in all, these experiences made me more of a courageous human being. I was able to transition into college a lot easier, and go overseas without any trouble! Moving around introduced me to people of all different backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexual preferences. Like Plato my outlook on life was often challenged, and I believe that made me more wise as a person
Plato’s accomplished many things in his life, due to those accomplishments he was able to open up a school of philosophy, that was open for 1,000 years (2007). Prior to this Plato worked among Socrates, a very well known philosopher. Socrates helped influence Plato’s outlook on life. Prior to this Plato was already well educated, he had a strong background in the world of politics (2007). But Socrates challenged Plato 's ideas which ultimately led him to be a better man. I believe the first step to wisdom is challenging your beliefs and way of thought. If Plato was not able to do so, he may have not given a template for the Christian religion, become a devein teacher, or most importantly generate memorable quotes of wisdom for millions of high school students to use as their senior quotes (2007)! Plato was able to change the views of the old world. Having the experience of being educated, the knowledge, and a reasonable sense of judgment Plato demonstrated the virtue prudence …show more content…
Moving from place to place, sometimes with my family and sometimes on my own I know what its like to venture out into the “unknown.” I have often had to leave loved ones behind and start over. First it was due to the fact that my father was in the army. By the age of nine I moved at least twelve different times. Although every time I moved it was roughly around the same area it was hard moving my life, unpacking my room and setting it up all over again. I had to make new friends, and almost always lost touch with my old ones. By the time I graduated from highschool, I had gone to three different high schools and my transcript was all out of wack! If it was not for my guidance counselor I might have not had the correct amount of credits to graduate! All in all, these experiences made me more of a courageous human being. I was able to transition into college a lot easier, and go overseas without any trouble! Moving around introduced me to people of all different backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexual preferences. Like Plato my outlook on life was often challenged, and I believe that made me more wise as a person