He inherited his father's footsteps in his early years, engaged in carving stone statues, and later studied philosophy. In Athens, he discussed philosophical issues with many wise men at that time, mainly about ethics, education and politics. He was regarded as the cleverest man at that time. As a citizen, he joined the army three times and showed tenacity and courage in the war. In addition, he served as a jury officer in the Athens citizens' assembly. After the restoration of slave-owner democracy in Athens, Socrates was accused and sentenced to death on charges of flouting traditional religion, introducing new gods, corrupting youth and opposing democracy. He refused the suggestions of friends and students asking him to beg for mercy and go out to escape. He died in the history of European culture by drinking poison to quench his thirst. He has always been regarded as a saint who died in pursuit of truth, almost like Confucius in the history of China. For many years, he was regarded as an anti-democratic philosopher who defended the interests of reactionary slave owners and nobles. Recently, some people have put forward different views on this.
As a teenager, Socrates studied handicrafts with his father, became familiar with Homer's epic and other famous poets, and became a self-taught scholar. He made a living by imparting knowledge. In his thirties, he became a social morality teacher who didn't get paid or run a library. Many children from rich families and poor families often gather around him to learn from him and ask him for advice. Socrates often said, "I only know that I know nothing."
He spent most of his life outdoors. He likes to talk with people from all walks of life in markets, sports fields, streets and other public places about various issues, such as war, politics, friendship, art, ethics and so on. He fought in the war three times, served as a heavy infantry, and helped injured soldiers in battle more than once. Around the age of 40, he became a household name in Athens.