David R. Kahn retired in June from Sandy Springs Friends School in Sandy Springs. Retired at last, after 36 years teaching at a private school just north of Washington, I’d like to offer some advice ...
Sophrosyne is the ancient Greek word for moderation, one of the four classical virtues. But what does Socrates’ definition of moderation really mean and how is it connected to another virtue: courage?
Retired at last, after 36 years teaching at a private school just north of Washington, I’d like to offer some advice from “Mr. Chips.” In June, when I taught Plato’s “Dialogues” to my last students in ...