Biography
- c. 460 BCE - c. 370 BCE
- Abdera, Thrace (present-day Greece)
- Epistemologist, metaphysician
- Democritus was a Greek philosopher who is known for his contributions to the fields of epistemology and metaphysics. He is credited with the development of the atomic theory of matter, which states that everything is composed of atoms, and is also known for his contributions to the field of ethics. Democritus was a member of the Milesian School and was a contemporary of Leucippus, with whom he is credited with developing the atomic theory.
Highlight
- Democritus is known for his contributions to the development of the atomic theory of matter, which states that everything is composed of atoms. He is also known for his contributions to the field of ethics, including his belief in the importance of leading a simple and virtuous life.
- Leucippus Leucippus was a contemporary of Democritus and together they are credited with developing the atomic theory.
Books
- "On Nature" (lost)
- "On the Soul" (lost)
Concepts
- Atomic theory: Democritus is credited with the development of the atomic theory of matter, which states that everything is composed of atoms.
- Ethics: Democritus made important contributions to the field of ethics, including his belief in the importance of leading a simple and virtuous life.
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