Philosophy: We all question why we exist, how much we know, what we stand for. There have been individuals throughout history that have towered over everyone else in terms of their sheer ability to ponder these questions. Below is a list of men who are famous for coining universally-known phrases such as “happiness is the highest good” (Aristotle) and "I think, therefore I am" (Descartes). Join me on a journey through the lives and musings of some of the greatest thinkers in history - come on, it'll be fun!
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