Abstract: The main objective of this study was to determine whether Socrates commits Socratic fallacy. This study was based on Library material. We consulted CUEA library, Consolata Institute of Philosophy Library, Tangaza College Library and Dominican Friars library (Maasai Lane-Nairobi). We also consulted (minimally) credible internet sources. We employed knowledge and skills learnt in class in general. Of special interest was a Symbolic logic, ethics, ontology and epistemology. Since Socrates does not commit Fallaciam Socraticam, we can be assured that indeed the Elenchus remains relevant today as it was during Socrates’ life and that its importance is towards the individual and towards others. The most important and difficult study to undertake is the Knowledge of self. Socrates says know thyself, but since it is difficult and an odious task people avoid examining themselves. The best tool recommended is Elenchus. ‘Fallaciam Socraticam’ is a fallacy, but it is not Socratic.
Keywords: Socrates, Fallacy, Philosophy, Elenchus, Socraticam.
Title: WHETHER SOCRATES COMMITS SOCRATIC FALLACY
Author: Elvis Omondi Kauka
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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