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Was Socrates a real historical figure? Socrates
8 days ago | beth

Was Socrates a real historical figure?

Yes, Socrates was a real historical figure, though much of what is known about him comes from accounts written by others, as he left no writings of his own. The details of his life, methods, and philosophies are derived primarily from the works of his students like Plato and Xenophon.