Plato

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In this article, the writer analyzes Plato's work "The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues". The writer maintains that the examination uncovered that this work emphasizes the strength of character that Plato possessed. The writer explains that this work discusses the final day of Socrates. The writer then looks at the four dialogues: "Euthyphro", "The Apology", "Crito" and "Phaedo". The writer concludes that whether or not one agreed with his actions is irrelevant to the truth in which he lived; even if one believes that it was a misguided truth.

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Introduction
"The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues"
Conclusion

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"Also in this dialogue Euthyphro reveals that his father has been accused of murder and Euthyphro believes that his father is guilty and should be punished. Euthyphro's beliefs about his father, causes Socrates to engage in a conversation about piety."
"The Apology dialogue is documentation of the trial of Socrates and the three speeches he made in his own defense. This aspect of the work is often viewed as the most poetic as Socrates actually shocks many of his listeners by honoring the law and standing in his own truth. He did this although many still wanted him to escape the prison and save his own life."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Plato. "The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues"
• Rexroth, K. (1986) Classics Revisited. New Directions: New York. Publication Year: 1986. Page Number: 51.

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