Early Greek Philosophy File

Early Greek philosophy, often called "Pre-Socratic," represents the shift from explaining the world through myths to seeking rational, naturalistic explanations.

: Argued the source couldn't be a specific element like water; instead, it was the apeiron —an "unlimited" or "indefinite" substance. 2. Heraclitus : The Philosophy of Change Early Greek philosophy

: He saw fire as the symbol of this perpetual change and the Logos (universal reason) as the law governing it. 3. Parmenides & Zeno: The Illusion of Motion Heraclitus : The Philosophy of Change : He

Here is a look at three major "pieces" or schools of thought that laid the groundwork for Western science and logic: 1. The Milesians: Finding the First Substance The Milesians: Finding the First Substance : He

: He famously noted you cannot step into the same river twice, as new waters are always flowing.

Based in Miletus, these thinkers searched for the arche —the single primary substance that makes up the universe.

Heraclitus believed the universe was in a state of constant flux.