Out of the three quotes, Socrates quote, best outlines my philosophy. In the words of Socrates, “An individual must do what his city or country demands of him or he must change their view of what is just.” This quote is basically saying that we have to follow what the majority of society believes, or change the view of society to what our definition of “just” is. Slavery is a great example because at one point it was accepted by the majority of society. Then much of society started to rebel against the idea, and realized that owning another human being was wrong.
Socrates 's second argument “The Analogy between the State and One 's Parents”, in my opinion, is flawed and could be improved. The first chapter of our textbook reads: “Our parents made our lives possible—they brought us into being, raised us, and educated us. We are therefore obligated to respect and obey them. The state also makes our lives possible, by providing a social environment that nurtures and sustains us. So we have a similar obligation to respect and obey the state.”
(20c) Socrates mentions that it was human wisdom and nothing more that has allowed himself to know what he knows. (20d) Socrates even mentions
In Plato's Gorgias, it is apparent that Socrates has no desire to be a good statesman as it is defined in the eyes of the Athenians. His calculation is that Athenian rhetoricians place no reliance on facts or truth, nor are these their aim. Instead, they rely on the illusion of knowledge, and this morally weakens both themselves and their audiences. It is clear however, that if he wishes, Socrates is able to match most or all of the other statesmen in Athens, as is clearly indicated by his very eloquent speech which ends the dialogue. Additionally, under his own definition of a good statesman, it is evident that Socrates is more than qualified.
How awesome is that? Yeah, of course, it’s really simple, and I’m sure you’ve heard it before, but Socrates is great because he knows that he doesn’t know. We so often focus on what the textbook or
Since the beginning of times, people have gotten into muddles and explained their side of the story with the truth with one or two lies. Nowadays, people, businesses and including nations have censored their media, like North Korea, to falsely lead people into believing that they are the good guys. The government sometimes censor news to prevent us from learning about the issues that go against them or affect us like when Socrates was sentenced to death, and how the national government of Mexico cheated in an election. Socrates’s death was the response of a government of Athens trying to keep their people from expanding their knowledge to the world they considered unknown and dangerous.
For instance, he demonstrates that he indeed cares about what others think because he is concerned over being perceived as strangers in a foreign land; however, by Socrates’ own logic, this should be of no consequence since he claims that one should not “care so much for what the majority think.” Additionally, while using what Socrates perceives to be the law of Athens to solidify his argument against fleeing the city, he mentions that the law might say that he would make himself “a laughingstock by leaving the city.” Since Socrates is only using the voice of the law to present his own views, it follows that Socrates believes that by fleeing, he would become a laughingstock; therefore, Socrates demonstrates concern over his reputation – although he argues against Crito concerning himself with the views of the people. Furthermore, Socrates
The philosopher Socrates actions and beliefs, are known for opposing the Athenian societies traditional forming ideas as a citizen. An Athenian citizen has certain notions to become loyal and patriotic like to the society. He wants to replace that with a new kind of rational citizenship. His view of citizenship relies on one's own power of independent reasons ad judgement. HIs actions and beliefs is believed to what led Socrates being in trial, questioning if he is innocent or a perpetrator.
Socrates started his life as an average Athen citizen. His parents worked, making an honest living. But as Socrates grew up, he began to realize that his mind questioned things and wondered how come no one else questioned the same things or at least think about the answers to the questions that were not answered. So, as his mind kept wandering, he began to acknowledge the questions that were not answered and sought for those answers. He ended up believing and teaching things to other people, whether it went against the way the Athen government or not, he still continued his work.
Part A- Socrates In thinking of Socrates we must recognize that what we have is four secondhand sources depicting him. That of Plato, Xenophanes, Aristophanes, and Aristotle. All having radically different accounts on Socrates and his views. Out of all them we consider Plato’s to be the most possible account, even though we face a problem of different versions of Socrates.
people only did wrong when his family apparently he meet his family in 1983 he was the god of all of the people socrates was also deeply interested was also in understanding his limits of human knowledge was the smartest of all the people of the city. Socrates was avoided from political involvement where he couldn't and he counted his friend for a wall for both sides for war in 406 b.c. they name drawn to serve all assembly and he became the long for opponent of an illegal proposal he try to group all of athen’s for top generals.socrates put in 399 he was the first indicate for a failing honor for the god in 30 day.on his last day socrates say his fear. While socrates was alive he was also noted by the object of comic ridicule
Congratulations, the votes are in, the numbers have been tallied and you are your country’s next great leader. Everything about the state when you come into rule is in top shape, you don’t have any immediate problems to fix. Yet, in the coming months you are faced with national issues, you are able to handle some well, but others very poorly with terrible results. Soon, the whole country is starting to crumble, people haven’t given up on you yet, but the challenge may prove far too difficult for you to control. Within a few months your country is in complete anarchy with the law and with each other creating a civil war and having skirmishes with outside forces as well.
Socrates is quoted as stating, “An unexamined life is a life not worth living” (38 a). Socrates was a founding figure of western philosophy, and a stable for many ideas. He lived in Athens, Greece teaching his students, like Plato, questioning politics, ethical choices, and many other things in Greek society. In the Trial and death of Socrates: Four Dialogues by Plato, it explores the abstract questioning Socrates had towards many of the normal social properties, which led to his trial, resulting in his death. The most important aspects discussed in the dialogues is the questioning of what is pious and impious, what it means to be wise, and good life.
I found the story of Socrates trial, on pages 43-46, to be incredible. I always knew that history was full of surprises and amazing events. However, I had no idea that Athens had such a robust debate environment at 399 B.C.E. It seems like Athens was dealing with the same kind of political corruption that we, in modern society, must face in our politics today. It really proves the saying, “history repeats itself.”
