10 Philosophers Whose Ideas Revolutionized Thought

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Aristotle: Taught that knowledge comes from observation and questioning, laying the foundation for scientific inquiry. 2

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Plato: Explored the nature of reality and the concept of ideal forms, influencing Western philosophy. 3

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Socrates: Emphasized critical thinking and self-examination, inspiring generations to question their beliefs. 4

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Confucius: Promoted ethics, social harmony, and the importance of personal development in Chinese philosophy. 5

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Laozi: Advocated for living in harmony with nature and embracing simplicity, shaping Taoist philosophy. 6

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Descartes: Pioneered rationalism and the methodological doubt, asserting "I think, therefore I am." 7

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Kant: Introduced the idea of categorical imperatives, grounding ethics in reason and universal principles. 8