Jared's First Thoughts on the Intro to the Text

When reading the introduction to the text, the reader grasp a understanding for the origins of Hellenistic Philosophy. What caught my attention was the many misconceptions behind Hellenistic philosophy, as well as beginnings of Philosophy. Many skeptics of Hellenistic Philosophy believed it only answered ethical questions. Other questions were, Was it more monarchic rather than democratic. Moreover, The origins of philosophy came out of the movement of the Hellenistic Period with Alexander. This movement and change is similar to changes in society with things such as the civil rights movements. It formed and changed minds and civilization. The skepticism of the Hellenistic Culture is also similar to how many are skeptical of Socialism and Communism. People have these preconceived notions that are actually false and slightly irrational.