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This list is not in order, and there are many people who could be added or taken away. This list strives to represent all branches of thinking from all parts of the world.
- Socrates
- Plato
- Aristotle
- Freud
- Darwin
- Galileo
- Einstein
- Shakespeare
- Jesus
- Martin Luther
- Mohammed
- Confucius
- Siddhartha Gautama (The Buddha)
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ProfessorThe greatest thinker of all times is not an easy question. Opinions vary greatly on this subject. Some people think it as Socrates while others think it was Winston Churchill or Richard Dawkins.
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Who is known as the greatest mind in history?
There are many people who could be considered the greatest mind in history. Albert Einstein is often considered one of the smartest, most influential men in history.
Why might some historians consider Adam Smith one of the most influential people in history?
Adam Smith create the ideology of capitalism, which helped propel the Industrial Revolution, allowing for complete Western superiority in manufacturing. It has also resulted in the creation of trans-national corporations.
Who is the most influential person in Chinese History?
As with any question of this sort, it's a matter of opinion. Try Mao Tse Tung, Confucius, Lao Tse.
Why is Armstrong considered influential in the history of jazz?
The music he played was improvised and creative, setting the standard for future jazz musicians.
Traveling poets were most influential in the spread of information?
During the Homeric Age.
