Peripatetic Philosophy

Peripatetic Philosophy

By: Farrah Roberson, Bailey Enoch, and Isaac Ibarra

The word Peripatetic derives from the Greek Word, “Peripatetikos.” The word Peripatetikos can be translated to mean, “To walk-about.”  Peripatetic philosophy was utilized by Aristotle in the Lyceum and began in 335 BC. Aristotle established a school, the Lyceum, and gathered a group of students who he then called the “peripatetics”. They practiced their form of philosophy by walking around and holding discussions while doing so. The Lyceum was free of charge to the public and anyone could attend the lectures given. 

Quiz Questions:

1. What Greek word does Peripatetic derive from?
2. Who created peripatetic philosophy? 
3. What are some ways we could add Peripatetic philosophy to our daily lives? 

Discussion questions:

1. Do you believe we are walking less than ever before? Does an increase in technological transportation have anything to do with that?
2. Would you prefer your classes to be more peripatetic? If so, do you believe all students would learn more efficiently from being more peripatetic?
3. Do you think that being peripatetic would help people in not only their studies but overall daily lives? If so, what are some things that it could help with?