Free will in antiquity
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Free will in antiquity is a concept that varied significantly across different cultures, philosophical schools, and religious traditions. Here are some key perspectives from various ancient civilizations: ### Ancient Greece 1. **Philosophical Views**: - **Socrates**: Suggested that virtue is tied to knowledge. If people knew what was right, they would choose it. This implies a form of free will since knowing the good would lead to good actions.
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