Socrates, Buddha, Confucius, Jesus: From The Great Philosophers, Volume I
by
Karl Jaspers
Amazon Description:
Arguably the four most influential individuals in human history, Socrates, the Buddha, Confucius and Jesus have cast shadows on history that are nearly inescapable even today. Who were they, what were their doctrines, and what was their influence? These are some of the questions that the 20th-century philosopher Karl Jaspers explores in this short excerpt from his larger volume, Great Philosophers.
Added on: Thursday, July 20 2006
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Jaspers provides a strong overview of these four thinkers. It’s a great introduction.
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