Ευθύφρων by Plato
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| Author | Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE |
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| Translator | Moraitides, Alexandros, 1850-1929 |
| Title | Ευθύφρων |
| Alternate Title | Euthyphro |
| Note | Reading ease score: 96.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni. Book provided by Iason Konstantinidis |
| Summary | "Ευθύφρων" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written in ancient times. The work centers on a conversation between Socrates and Euphyphro regarding the nature of piety and holiness. The dialogue is notable for its exploration of ethical and religious definitions, showcasing the Socratic method of questioning. The opening of the dialogue introduces us to Socrates and Euphyphro, who encounter each other at a public court where Socrates is facing accusations of impiety. Euphyphro reveals that he is there to prosecute his own father for murder, having reported him for killing a slave in a drunken rage. As they engage in a discussion about piety, Euphyphro attempts to define what it means to be pious, while Socrates challenges him, leading to a deeper and more complex examination of moral and divine laws. This initial exchange sets the stage for a rich philosophical exploration of ethics and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Classical literature |
| Subject | Socrates, 470 BC-399 BC |
| Subject | Philosophy, Ancient |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30748 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 88 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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