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Ancient Greek Philosophy <ul><li>Ancient Greek philosophy <strong>extends from as far as the seventh century B.C. up until the beginning of the Roman Empire</strong>, in the first century A.D.</li><li><strong>It distinguishes itself</strong> from other early forms of philosophical and theological theorizing <strong>for its emphasis on reason as opposed to the senses or the emotions.</strong></li><li>During this period five great philosophical traditions originated: <strong>the Platonist, the Aristotelian, the Stoic, the Epicurean, and the Skeptic.</strong></li><li><strong>Favorite themes</strong> include the principle of reality, the good; the life worth being lived; the distinction between appearance and reality, etc.</li></ul>