Pythagoras, Heraclitus, Thales, Anaximander, and Anaximenes: EXPLAINED

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Dive into the fascinating world of ancient Greek philosophy with this enlightening exploration of the pre-Socratic thinkers! Meet the original "OGs" (Original Grecians) who laid the foundation for Western philosophy and critical thinking.

Journey back to 6th century BCE Greece and discover how these brilliant minds revolutionized our understanding of the world. From Thales' watery theories to Anaximander's boundless "apeiron," from Anaximenes' airy explanations to Pythagoras' mathematical universe, and finally to Heraclitus' ever-changing reality – each philosopher brought unique and groundbreaking ideas to the table.

Learn how these thinkers challenged traditional mythological explanations, introduced naturalistic approaches to understanding the world, and paved the way for abstract thinking and systematic inquiry. Uncover fun facts, quirky anecdotes, and the lasting impact of their ideas on later philosophers like Plato and Aristotle.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Pre-Socratic Philosophers
01:20 Thales
03:16 Anaximader
05:10 Anaximenes
07:07 Pythagoras
09:07 Heraclitus