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Socrates
Herm of the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, from a Greek original, second half of the 4th century bce; in the Capitoline Museums, Rome.
Socrates lived in Athens during the 5th century BCE, with his life spanning approximately 470 to 399 BCE.123
He was a prominent and controversial figure in the city, known for engaging citizens in philosophical conversation rather than teaching for money. His life in Athens unfolded through various political shifts, including the period of the Thirty Tyrants in 404 BCE and the subsequent restoration of democracy. Ultimately, at the age of 70, he was brought to trial on charges of impiety and corrupting the youth, leading to his death by poisoning.12