2,400 years back, Hippocrates, a famous ancient therapist was asked to examine the great scientist Democritus because there were complaints about him that he does not behave normal and laughs strangely whenever he meets people. Hippocrates imposes questions as he tries to explain Democritus strange behavior.

Below is a part of this "examination"...

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Here are 20 quotes from ancient Philosophers that I believe everyone should read at least once..

Socrates {469-399 BC}

“What Defines an Educated Man”

When Socrates was asked what defines an educated man, he did not mention the accumulation of knowledge, instead he defined the educated man as:

1. The one who can control unpleasant situations rather than be controlled by them

2. The one who can face all situations in his life with courage...