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Voltaire Vs Socrates

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In conclusion, the two philosophical methods search for the cause and purpose of man on earth. They analyzed the behaviors, decisions of mankind as they relate to their purpose and level of happiness and fulfillment here on earth. The difference lies in the fact that Voltaire does not see the reason for living and searching for the knowledge and solutions to his problems since they do not offer definite solution.
Meanwhile, Socratic method is a fulfilled live based on the knowledge and observations of the consequences of cuase and effective and use them to take decisions.
References;
1. Pecorino, P.A. (2000), Chapter 2: The Greeks- Socrates Legacy, An Introduction to Philosophy,
Accessed: September 9, 2013 from
http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/SocialSciences/ppecorino/INTRO_TEXT/Chapter%202%20GREEKS/Socrates_L
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