2. Philosophical Inquiry

• The Socratic Method: Socrates used his method of questioning, now known as the Socratic method, to challenge the assumptions of others and lead them towards self-discovery. He believed that through dialogue and questioning, one could clarify concepts, reveal contradictions in thinking, and move closer to truth.

• Living Philosophically: For Socrates, philosophy was not just an academic exercise but a way of life. The unexamined life lacks this philosophical engagement, making it less meaningful or “worthless” because it lacks the pursuit of understanding and truth.