The Socratic Method in the Western Tradition Peter Boghossian (2023)

The Socratic Method in the Western Tradition | Peter Boghossian This talk by Peter Boghossian at The Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation explores the applicability and significance of the Socratic method in fostering critical thinking and advancing civilization. Peter begins by highlighting his interest in finding simple, conceptual “bales of hay” to clean up cognitive … Continue reading The Socratic Method in the Western Tradition Peter Boghossian (2023)

The Pillars of Truth ** How the Scientific Method and Socratic Elenchus underpin civilization

The pursuit of truth is a fundamental human endeavor. However, arriving at the truth can be challenging, as our beliefs and ideas may be based on flawed assumptions or lack sufficient evidence. The Scientific Method and the Socratic Elenchus provide systematic approaches by emphasizing the rigorous testing and refutation of ideas. The Two Methods The … Continue reading The Pillars of Truth ** How the Scientific Method and Socratic Elenchus underpin civilization