7 Greatest Philosophers Who Shaped the Course of Human Thought

Shubhi Kumar
Jan 02, 2025

Socrates

The father of Western philosophy, known for his Socratic method of questioning.

Plato

A student of Socrates, he founded the Academy and contributed significantly to political philosophy and metaphysics.

Aristotle

Plato’s student was a pioneer in logic, ethics, and the natural sciences.

Immanuel Kant

Renowned for his work on ethics and epistemology, including the concept of the categorical imperative.

John Locke

A key figure in political philosophy, his ideas influenced modern democracy and liberalism.

Karl Marx

Philosopher and economist, known for his theories on capitalism and socialism.

Confucius

A Chinese philosopher whose teachings on morality, governance, and social relationships shaped East Asian culture.

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