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Title: Apology

Note: Death of Socrates 1

Credits: Produced by Sue Asscher, and David Widger

Summary: "Apology" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue that serves as a defense of Socrates, one of history's most influential thinkers, written during the classical period of Ancient Greece. The book encapsulates Socrates’ trial for impiety and corrupting the youth, exploring themes of morality, knowledge, and the essence of justice. Through Socrates’ eloquent defense, Plato conveys not only the ideas of his mentor but also critiques the Athenian society that condemned him. In "Apology," Socrates stands before a jury in Athens, addressing the accusations against him with steadfastness and irony. He refutes claims of corrupting the youth, arguing that he encourages critical thinking and self-examination, rather than traditional teachings. Socrates highlights the wisdom in recognizing one’s own ignorance, aligning himself with the prophetic declaration of the Delphic oracle that he is the wisest man for knowing he knows nothing. Throughout his defense, he advocates for moral integrity over fear of death, ultimately accepting the consequences of his unwavering commitment to philosophy and virtue. The dialogue culminates in a powerful assertion that no evil can befall a good man, framing death as potentially the greatest opportunity for enlightenment and truth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

Translator: Jowett, Benjamin, 1817-1893

EBook No.: 1656

Published: Feb 1, 1999

Downloads: 4693

Language: English

Subject: Classical literature

Subject: Socrates, 470 BC-399 BC

Subject: Philosophy, Ancient

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Apology

Note: Death of Socrates 1

Credits: Produced by Sue Asscher, and David Widger

Summary: "Apology" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue that serves as a defense of Socrates, one of history's most influential thinkers, written during the classical period of Ancient Greece. The book encapsulates Socrates’ trial for impiety and corrupting the youth, exploring themes of morality, knowledge, and the essence of justice. Through Socrates’ eloquent defense, Plato conveys not only the ideas of his mentor but also critiques the Athenian society that condemned him. In "Apology," Socrates stands before a jury in Athens, addressing the accusations against him with steadfastness and irony. He refutes claims of corrupting the youth, arguing that he encourages critical thinking and self-examination, rather than traditional teachings. Socrates highlights the wisdom in recognizing one’s own ignorance, aligning himself with the prophetic declaration of the Delphic oracle that he is the wisest man for knowing he knows nothing. Throughout his defense, he advocates for moral integrity over fear of death, ultimately accepting the consequences of his unwavering commitment to philosophy and virtue. The dialogue culminates in a powerful assertion that no evil can befall a good man, framing death as potentially the greatest opportunity for enlightenment and truth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

Translator: Jowett, Benjamin, 1817-1893

EBook No.: 1656

Published: Feb 1, 1999

Downloads: 4693

Language: English

Subject: Classical literature

Subject: Socrates, 470 BC-399 BC

Subject: Philosophy, Ancient

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.