Research Paper On Heraclitus

Heraclitus of Ephesus, a well-known philosopher, was born during a pivotal time in western history. Greece, the predominant western power, had colonized many new city states. Although, Heraclitus lived in a Persian-ruled Ephesus, a main city of Ionia, off the coast of Asia Minor. Some sources say he believed more highly in aristocratic rule rather than democratic, actually being given the title “king” of Ionia, which he handed to his brother. Also, the written word traditional was just beginning to overtake the age old word of mouth tradition known beforehand. This is why we know only a few things about Heraclitus and his life. One of his main philosophical ideas, was “the unity of opposites”. He believed that opposites were connected in …show more content…
Our greatest competitor throughout the three month season was the Crossman Drum and Bugle Corps. We both fought hard for our place in finals. Occasionally, even practicing close by each other. In spite of our goals to “crush Crossman," we remained good sports. Drums Corps International is a vicious and competitive performing art, but extremely accepting to anyone, during any walk of life. My love and desire to win was strong, as was each member of my corps and Crossman’s corps. When it came down to the day of semi-finals at the honored Lucas Oil Stadium, emotions and focus were high. Each corps was fighting for a spot in the top twelve. Crossman, The Colts greatest opposition for the year, made that final spot by a tenth of a point. Although devastation occurred, the bond developed between two large groups of people. We were one and the same that day. “The Unity of Opposites” could not have been seen better by anyone. Everyone was connected by their love of that one hundred yard field and the screaming audience. Perhaps not an argument, but a clash of two opposing teams, can bring the greatest harmony. As Heraclitus wrote,“Opposition brings concord: out of discord comes the fairest