ABSTRACT

The methodological principle of Greek philosophy was a questioning strategy, a dialogue between two or more people. It was known as the Socratic method. As a youth Plato came under the influence of Socrates who was using the discussion method to challenge anyone who would listen how mistaken were conventional beliefs on morals. Socrates directed his listeners to something he called wisdom. The Athenian politicians had Socrates put to death on the charge of corrupting Greek youth.