In this discussion, I will argue that during the Scientific Revolution, Galileo was indeed a cynical opportunist. He was also a patient genius who, as luck would have it, had the chance to become an engineer, but he died a coward under the impact of a modern Socrates. Galileo played a big role in the scientific revolution by bringing classical Greek knowledge back to light. and discover new concepts. Many of these concepts contributed to the revolution in science by playing a greater role in the culture of the Western world, compared to a society previously based on religion. Despite his great contribution, Galileo was a cynical opportunist, and this is evident in the way he presented his ideas, beliefs, and discoveries to the public. Galileo often only cared about his own interests and disregarded standards to achieve them, both characteristics of a cynical person. An opportunist, Galileo seized opportunities as soon as they presented themselves to him. For example, when Galileo lost some of his most formidable critics, including Bellarmine, knowing that his critics were no longer present to prevent him from presenting his ideas to the community, Galileo seized the opportunity to create the Dialogue, a debate between supporters of old and new sciences. In the mock debate, he allowed his opponents to win, but not without providing a comprehensive argument for Copernican theory to support his own views. Although this did not technically violate the papal decree of 1616, it was done in defiance of the authority of the Church, which rejected Copernicanism, and in defiance of political judgment. This shows how cynical and opportunistic Galileo indeed is. When Galileo was working on theories, he took the difficult path...... middle of paper ......eo "bent rather than allow himself to be broken", meaning that he let the Church punish him and place him under house arrest, rather than choosing to continue working and discussing Copernicus's ideas. This may be because Galileo knew logically that he could not fight against Copernicus. authority of the Church and considered that retreat was the only way out. In this way, Galileo can be considered a coward in the sense that he did not defend his own opinions to the end, unlike Socrates, who is. remaining steadfastly faithful to his convictions until his death, despite a harsh death sentence, Galileo was considered "a man of great insight, great integrity, great self-control and courage. great capacity for argumentation', leaving behind a legacy in mathematics and philosophy, Galileo, like Socrates, left a huge impact on the societies of his time, providing a new perspective for seeing the world...