A Brief History of Philosophy

Uncover the timeless quest for truth, wisdom, and the meaning of existence in the history of philosophy.

Concept

The timeless wisdom of philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Descartes continues to shape modern thought, ethics, and personal development. Their ideas on logic, morality, and self-reflection remain influential in today's society, guiding individuals in their pursuit of knowledge and understanding.

Methodology

Central to the history of philosophy are thought experiments like Plato's Allegory of the Cave, which explores the nature of reality and perception, and Descartes' famous cogito argument, "I think, therefore I am," which delves into the nature of existence and consciousness. These timeless arguments continue to shape philosophical discourse today.

Interactive

At Memory Wizards, interactive learning is at the core of our approach. Our bite-sized lessons make it easy to absorb information, while thinker profiles provide insights into different perspectives. Engage with fun games that challenge your knowledge and enhance your learning experience.

Explore the Lessons

The Ancient Greeks: From Myth To Reason:

What happens when gods give way to philosophy?

The Medieval Synthesis: Faith And Reason

Can faith and reason truly coexist in the medieval world?

The Enlightenment: The Rise Of The Self

Who are we when the self becomes the center of light?

The 19th Century: System And Rebellion

Unravel the paradoxes of tradition and revolution in the 19th century.

The 20th Century: The Age Of Uncertainty

What legacy will you leave in the age of uncertainty?

Timeline

6th century BC

Thales' Water Theory (Thales of Miletus)

5th century BC

The Republic (Plato)

4th century BC

Nicomachean Ethics (Aristotle)

3rd century BC

Stoicism (Zeno of Citium)

1st century BC

Epistles (Seneca the Younger)

1st century AD

Meditations (Marcus Aurelius)

4th century AD

Confessions (Augustine of Hippo)

13th century

Summa Theologica (Thomas Aquinas)

16th century

Discourse on Method (Descartes)

17th century

Leviathan (Hobbes)

17th century

Ethics (Spinoza)

18th century

Critique of Pure Reason (Kant)

19th century

Thus Spoke Zarathustra (Nietzsche)

19th century

On Liberty (Mill)

19th century

Beyond Good and Evil (Nietzsche)

19th century

The Communist Manifesto (Marx and Engels)

20th century

Being and Time (Heidegger)

20th century

Philosophical Investigations (Wittgenstein)

20th century

Being and Nothingness (Sartre)

20th century

Simulacra and Simulation (Baudrillard)