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Socrates' Words in Plato's "Apology", 2005.
This paper argues that the examined life may not be inferior to the unexamined life contrary to Socrates' opposite claim in Plato's " Apology".
1,410 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper explains that, describing in Plato's " Apology", Socrates went to wise men, politicians, poets and artisans and, in each case, he found that they had no answers to his questions and that their wisdom was false; thereby, Socrates concluded that the unexamined life is a life in which one is ignorant of one's ignorance. The author argues that the over-examination of life may lead to an over-intellectualization of the world, a divorce from the sensualization of the actually mystic world and a loss of pleasure and initiative. The paper concludes that, if Plato tries to argue that the unexamined life in the sensual world is not worth living, maybe that is because he has forgotten his own body's language because the unthinking life is the most in tune with the body and the sensual nature of the real physical world.
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"To truly understand Socrates' horror of the unexamined life, one must turn to his allegory of the cave. In this story he refers to the world as a cave in which men are prisoners. The sun beyond the cave mouth shines across objects and actors on the outside and cast shadows on the wall. These shadows are what the men in the cave, without examination, call reality. The man who has truly examined life is like one who has stepped outside the cave, and there is nothing that could convince him to go back: "if they were in the habit of conferring honors among themselves on those who were quickest to observe the passing shadows ...do you think that he would care for such honors and glories, or envy the possessors of them?""
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Socrates in Plato's "Apology", 2002.
Examines the way that Plato views Socrates in his writings of "Apology".
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This paper briefly looks at the characteristics attributed to Socrates by Plato. It shows how Socrates is charged with being evil, corrupting the youth and generally being a bad influence on the society. He is then given a chance to respond to these allegations.
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"In Plato's Apology, Socrates is charged as an "evil-doer who . . . makes the worse appear the better cause; and he teaches the aforesaid doctrines to others" (65). It is also charged that Socrates "corrupts the youth; and who does not believe in the gods of the state, but has other new divinities of his own" (74). Clearly, then, if true, from the point of view of the state, Socrates is a traitor to the state because if he is successful in his efforts he will cause many people, especially impressionable youth, to question the very authority of the state, which could lead to rebellion against the state. Whether this is what Socrates intends, this is nevertheless the way his prosecutors see his efforts. In fact, considering that Socrates could have easily fled and saved his life, his actions and decisions right up to the moment of his death are testimony to his loyalty to the state and his willingness to obey its laws and abide by its decision in his case."
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Socrates and Plato's 'The Apology', 2005.
The exegesis of the Socrates's charge of corrupting the youth of Athens in 'The Apology' by Plato
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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In this paper, this exegesis argues and logically validates the innocence of Socrates for unwillingly corrupting the Athenian youth. The illogical and unethical legal proceedings against Socrates do not explain accurately how Socrates has willingly corrupted the youth, since Meletus cannot educate him on his wrong doings. This validates Socrates argument on the greater good toward others, and how one must be consciously aware of dangerous and harmful acts against society to be brought to the criminal courts.
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"This exegesis of 'The Apology' by Plato will examine the logical argument by Socrates against Meletus's charge of against the philosopher of corrupting the Athenian youth. In this manner, the objective analysis of the exegesis will examine why Socrates does not willingly corrupt the youth, and that Meletus's charge presupposes illegal application of the law before Socrates can be educated for ignorance in wrongdoings. The basis of the first lines of this section of the Apology directly relate to the supposition that Socrates does not willingly harm the youth of Athens in his philosophical teachings to them. "
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Introduction to Plato's "Apology", 2004.
A look at the main themes in the introduction to Plato's "Apology".
975 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper expounds on the main themes in the introduction to Plato's "Apology". The paper looks at Plato's discussion of the irony Socrates used in his defense arguments at his trial, at Plato's discussion of Socrates's use of the Socratic method of teaching at his trial, and at Plato's discussion of Socrates's strategy of questioning the fundamental validity of his trial itself, rather than putting on a vigorous defense of his actions.
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"The main themes of Plato's Apology are the great irony of many of Socrates' claims, his use of the Socratic method of teaching, and his surprising strategy of questioning the fundamental validity of his trial itself, rather than putting on a vigorous and elegant defense of his actions as was expected by both his supporters and detractors, and likely by the people of the jury. Plato's Apology is a detailed account of the 399 BC trial of the great philosopher Socrates, in which Socrates was on trial for his life after being accused by Meletus, an ambitious young Athenian, and others of the upper class of being "a doer of evil, and corrupter of the youth, and he does not believe in the gods of the state, and has other new divinities of his own" (Plato, Apology). Ultimately, Socrates? defense led to his death, by his own hand, and the silencing of one of the world?s greatest intellectuals, making Socrates a martyr to the cause of intellectual freedom."
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Plato's Dialogues, "The Apology", "Meno" and "Euthyphro", 2004.
An analysis of Plato's dialogues, "The Apology", "Meno" and Euthyphro.
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This paper analyzes the meaning of Plato's dialogues, "The Apology", "Meno", and "Euthyphro" with respect to Plato's beliefs on a variety of issues, as illustrated by Socrates. The issues discussed include piety, learning, the soul, philosophy and others.
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"The dialectic or question and answer method of arriving at knowledge and learning is used in Plato's dialogues .Sophists philosophers who were paid for their rhetoric existed in Plato's and Socrates' time and relied upon rhetoric. Plato through Socrates vehemently rejects rhetoric as nothing more than opinionated words. In "Gorgias" Plato objects to rhetoric because he believes it offers no real knowledge but only opinions. As Socrates tells Gorgias who puts up a fierce defense of rhetoric as the highest art."
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Plato's "The Apology", 1974.
This paper discusses that in his "The Apology" Plato wanted to describe the facts of Socrates' trial rather than recount a dramatic, semi-fictitious version.
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"The mystery surrounding the true character and thoughts of Socrates has baffled philosophers for centuries. Through Plato's presentation of this famed and dynamic philosopher, one can perhaps discern some evidence of the personality of Socrates that is not dealt with so explicitly in other works. Assuming that Plato's description of the fascinating Socrates is based somewhat on fact, one can learn much about Socrates' philosophy, personality, and role in the Athenian society. Of the various accounts written by Plato, perhaps one of the best records that delves into the wit and character of the man himself, is "The Apology" which presents another side of Socrates not described in Plato's earlier works concerning the philosopher.
The reasons for choosing the "Apology" are based on Plato's skill as writer and thinker, and for his close companionship with ... "
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Plato's Apology, 2002.
An analysis of godly and human wisdom in the "Apology" by Plato.
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A paper that will decipher the meaning of Socrates in the Apology by Plato. By understanding the concept of "human wisdom", we can understand how Socrates understands knowledge in human and god-like forms.
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"The Individual and the State in Plato's Apology and Crito"., 2002.
An analysis of this book about Plato's views on individual's responsibility.
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This paper critically analyzes the contents of the book "The Individual and The State In Plato's Apology And Crito", outlining the salient features of the renowned philosopher's theory regarding the responsibilities of an individual as a productive citizen and responsibilities of a State.
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"Apology of Socrates", 2004.
An analysis of Plato's "Apology of Socrates".
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This paper discusses the "Apology of Socrates" by Plato. The paper explains that the "Apology of Socrates" is, in essence, a defense of philosophy and a glimpse into why it is necessary. In the first part of the apology, Socrates shows that philosophy challenges and breaks down society, and in the latter half, claims that philosophy is helpful and good. Although these may seem to be contradictory accounts, the paper shows that Socrates uses them to meet the same purpose. He does it to show Athenians that, although philosophy may break down the current social order, it will help rebuild a stronger society. Hence, philosophy is a necessity. The paper examines how Socrates changes his position regarding the charge that he affects the city's youth, regarding his association with the gods and regarding his claims about his own ignorance and knowledge.
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"One of the most serious charges laid against Socrates was that he corrupts the young by teaching them to follow his habit of examining people. In his defence speech, Socrates is evasive in his answer to this as he presents two different accounts of his affects on the youth. In the first part of his speech, Socrates claims that he is not accountable for what the youth do. He says that the young "follow me of their own accord" (Plato, Apology of Socrates 23c). Hence, he takes no responsibility for their actions and considers himself blame-free. Implicit in this defence is the admission that his method of questioning others and exposing their faults is indeed dangerous for the city and hence he does not want to be responsible for the young emulating him. However, in the second half of the apology, he takes a different standpoint."
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The Apology of Socrates, 2004.
Analysis of Plato's "Apology", regarding the prosecution of Socrates and a summary of Socrates trial.
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This paper looks at the trial and execution of Socrates from the perspective of Plato, the general moral and religious ideology of Greek society during that era, Greek fathers, and prominent Athenians. The paper also provides an overview of the arguments Socrates presented in his self-defense and his reasons for refusing to escape the death penalty.
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"As one of the greatest and most influential of all the Greek philosophers, Socrates (469--399 B.C.E.) passionately believed that just behavior was better for human beings than injustice and that morality was justified because it created happiness and well-being. Essentially, Socrates seems to have argued that just behavior, or virtue, was identical to knowledge and that true knowledge of justice would inevitably lead people to choose good over evil and therefore to have truly happy lives, regardless of their material success. Since Socrates believed that knowledge itself was sufficient for happiness, he asserted that no one knowingly behaved unjustly and that behaving justly was always in the individual's best interest. Thus, as Socrates defined it, "moral knowledge was all one needed for the good life" (Stone 168)."
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Socrates in "Apology", 2002.
A paper which analyzes Socrates? philosophy on life and death using Plato?s "Apology".
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The paper shows how Socrates' philosophy on life and death is seen so clearly through Plato's "Apology". It describes the event where Socrates is charged of impiety and corrupting the youth of Athens and shows how in his speech Socrates gives his reasons for his so called Socratic method, and the impassioned self-defense of Socratic way of life.
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"Thus for Socrates a wise man is the one who knows about his ignorance, because he knows that he does not know anything. That is why we never see Socrates advocating anything in any of his dialogues and he doesn't expose his interlocutor's ignorance in order to prove himself right or about his own doctrine. Socrates say that he doesn't know the answer either and that he is questioning that someone might provide him with better answers. Some take this claim to ignorance to be irony but I think there is strong evidence that he is sincere in his search for truth."
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Analysis of ?The Apology of Socrates?, 2005.
A look at the self-portrait Socrates presents in "The Apology of Socrates" and his self-defense at his trial.
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This paper summarizes and analyzes the self-defense Socrates presented at his trial and explains how Socrates was condemned to die not because he did not mount a successful defense, but because his accusers were threatened by Socrates?s wisdom and perseverance. The paper concludes by pointing out that Socrates defended himself successfully by proving he was not an evildoer and that he never intentionally corrupted the youth and that God alone is wise.
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"Socrates was known as one of the most influential Greek philosophers of his time. ?The Apology of Socrates? offers a self-portrait based not on false gods or corruption, but rather on a vigilant attention to and exposure of common thinking and false wisdom. Socrates strongly believed that just behavior was better than injustice, and that living morally correct would bring about happiness and well-being. For his life, that is proven to be true. Socrates lived a righteous life, and died a happy man. Throughout the ?Apology?, Socrates is falsely accused of being a ?doer of evil, who corrupts the youth; and who does not believe in the gods of the state? (733). Socrates? self defense was a success because throughout his trial, he was able to prove he was not an evil doer, that he did not corrupt the youth, and that there was no man wiser than God."
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Socrates? ?Apology? and ?Crito?, 2003.
An examination of the conflict in reasoning in Socrates? works ?Apology? and ?Crito?.
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This paper examines the conflicts between the dialogues of "Allegory of the Cave" and "Divided Line" from Socrates' works "Apology" and "Crito". It looks at how in "Apology", Socrates stipulates that if the court would discharge him on the condition that he no longer practice philosophy, he would not obey the law and how in the "Crito" he argues that the laws must be obeyed, firstly because if they are not then a city cannot function and secondly because escaping would constitute and unjust act. It analyses whether it is possible for Socrates to disobey the court?s ruling in the "Apology" and argue that one must never disobey a law in the "Crito" .
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"Socrates also likens the relationship between citizen and state to that of child and parent (Crito, 50d). To avoid punishment would be akin to that of not abiding by the decision one?s parents made, effectively claiming that the state had no right to judge one in the first place. Socrates points out that if one thought this then one is free to leave the state, but by remaining there they effectively sign a contract to abide by the state?s rulings (Crito, 52e). Socrates points out that he is not an equal to the state?s laws, but an inferior and must abide by their decisions."
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The Apology of Socrates, 2004.
This paper discusses that' two thousand years after its original composition, Plato?s famous ?Apology of Socrates? at his trial is one of the most profound and powerful rhetorical moments.
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This paper explains that Socrates begins his speech by addressing the issue of his alleged wisdom, specifically in regard to the claim that he believes himself to be wiser than all others, a claim, which, as he points out, he himself does not hold to be true in the very least. The author points out that Socrates discusses the issues of approaching death and whether or not he is sorry or feels remorse for taking actions that might ultimately incur his death. The paper reports that, if Socrates believes that he is acting rightly, then he must obey his conscious rather than the laws of man, which might prevent his death' but would make him incorrect of the eyes of god.
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"Socrates then goes on to consider what this could possibly mean, especially since he himself considers himself not to be wise at all. Nonetheless, Socrates argues, if the Oracle so stated it, then it, in some sense, must be true, indeed. Socrates argues that he, in fact, lacks wisdoms, but what separates him from so many other men is the very knowledge of his own wisdom, that he ?knows what he does not know.? "
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The Apology of Socrates, 2005.
An analysis of the Apology of Socrates and the qualities of wisdom and virtue.
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This six page paper examines the Apology of Socrates. The paper describes how, in the Apology, Socrates declared that he could not be harmed by his fellow Athenians if he possessed the qualities of virtue and wisdom. It then discusses the concept that one can be punished physically, but if he possesses those virtues, his soul cannot be harmed.
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"Wisdom, Virtue, and the Good Life: An Analysis of Socrates In the Apology, the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates declared that he could not be harmed by his fellow Athenians if he possessed the qualities of virtue and wisdom. This statement reflected Socrates' belief that possessing virtue and wisdom protected him from any harm to his character and soul. His critics and enemies in Athens could punish him physically by sending him into exile or executing him, but they could not take away his virtue, his self-respect, or his soul, which are the most important things anyone possesses."
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