Did Philosophers Get Paid?
As It Turns Out, Though, Most Ancient Greek Philosophers Did Not Make Their Money from Philosophy. Many of Them Were from Wealthy Families and Therefore Didn't...
As it turns out, though, most ancient Greek philosophers did not make their money from philosophy. Many of them were from wealthy families and therefore didn't need to work. Many of them also had wealthy patrons who paid for their expenses.
Do philosophers earn money?
A philosopher salary can range depending on the field they specialize in. Some philosophy careers may pay around $50,000 while others can exceed upwards of $100,000.
Did Plato have a job?
Plato was born in 428/427 BCE to a noble family and died in 348/347 BCE. ... After traveling, Plato spent the remainder of his life teaching at the Academy until his death in 348/347 BCE.
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