Socrates is considered the “father of Western philosophy” and one of the most influential human beings who ever lived.

Among other goals, the study of philosophy seeks to pursue the truth and, by so doing, make it possible for humans to live more meaningful and important lives which might better mankind by advancing knowledge.

To facilitate this search for knowledge and the truth, Socrates popularized what became known as the “Socratic Method.” According to Socrates, by simply asking provocative questions, citizens could better discern key truths and answer important questions.

The “Scientific Method” – wherein scientists question an alleged scientific “fact” – is one of the more important progenies of the Socratic Method.