I will demonstrate this first through Meletus' charge that Socrates does not believe in the gods (Apol. 26c9-10). ... In regards to the charge that Socrates corrupts the youth (Apol. 24b8-9), Socrates gave a seemingly strong defense, but, under further inspection, his main counterargument lacks some crucial logic. ... This logic is faulty, because when Socrates teaches his ideas, one either can choose to ignore what he says, and not become corrupted, or agree with Socrates' teachings. In the case that someone does believe his ideas, Socrates suggested that we wait for someone to...

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In terms of political wisdom as an ideology Socrates easily explains it with the roles of the guardians in his city. ... Moderation, Socrates thought had to do with everyone having only what they needed to survive. ... This was an ideology that Socrates really believed in, moderation and the collective sharing of goods and services. In Book IV we see Socrates talking about justice and the just individual. ... Bing a just individual according to Socrates is finding a balance on these three things....

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Socrates asked Meletos if he thinks it is important for the younger generation to be good as possible. ... (25B)" which means that of all the Athenians, Socrates is the only person guilty of corrupting the youth. ... Secondly, Socrates was accused by Meletos for not believing in the gods. Meletos said to Socrates and the gentle of the jury that he believes in no gods at all. ... But Meletos came to Socrates and claimed that Socrates believes in the spirituality and teaches others to believe in this spiritual matter. ...

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Socrates clearly didn't wish to die. ... Socrates predicted that he would be sentenced to death, and he accepted it, rather than sacrifice his integrity. ... From the outset, Socrates defended himself against his prosecutors. ... Socrates' acceptance of death is not the same as a desire for death. ... It's clear in "The Apology" that Socrates does not wish to die. ...

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Socrates in his defence explains to the people of Athens his views and their origins. ... It is a fact that Socrates wanted nothing but to speak the truth and be judged justly. ... This is perfectly highlighted by Socrates follow up statement after Meletus points out Socrates worships demigods. ... Socrates lived his life primarily to attain truth and good moral judgement. ... Socrates was also a poor man as he never charged anyone for his teachings. ...

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Socrates maintains that death is not something we should fear, and presents several arguments for his position. ... This portion of Socrates' argument is hence sound and valid. ... Hence, Socrates' argument that we need only fear what we know for sure is unsound. ... This shows us that Socrates' argument was in fact his personal opinion. ... Socrates then says that disobeying any authority is definitely evil. ...

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In Phaedo, Plato recalls Socrates' last hours of his life in a jail at Athens. ... In the dialogue, Socrates talks about the after life, and how it exists. ... Socrates believes people recollect knowledge of their previous lives through the objects they see. ... Socrates believes that humans must have had some previous knowledge of Equal. ... Socrates' theory of recollection is not adequate for the idea that souls are immortal....

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Socrates was an astute Greek philosopher of his time. ... After his father passed away, Socrates inherited a large sum of money and used his inheritance to further his interest in philosophy. ... Socrates promoted a different belief, however, the Socratic Method. ... Socrates questioned his students endlessly so that their mind would learn to think logically as opposed to mechanically. ... Socrates left a philosophical footprint on the world that has led to many other discoveries. ...

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In reading the Apology of Socrates we have a trial where Socrates was accused of not recognizing the gods and corrupting the youth with his teachings; Reading involves the defense of Socrates to the Court giving support to the word apology where we find the same word apology to close the context of self-defense, the defense of life. During the life of Socrates we find a constant defense of his philosophy which was to expose ignorance. ... Plato considered supreme wisdom Socrates and Xenophon superior moral mind to admit that I knew nothing. ... Loved situations seem to support the serenity of ...

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Socrates faced a life ending death penalty, and although he had a well-prepared opportunity to escape and save himself, he chose to die. ... Socrates argues it is better to suffer an unlawful act than to commit a wrong. ... Not only is Socrates' decision a brave one, it is also one which seems to be made without any personal involvement, as if Socrates himself would not be affected by it. ... From this point of view Socrates was right. ...

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How would I ever be able to withstand the logic and wisdom of someone like Socrates? ... I believe that Socrates would absolutely find this value to be a great thing. ... Socrates would be the man that would give you constructive criticism. ... The difference between Socrates and myself, is that I don't wear ALL of my values on my sleeve. ... Unfortunately, this is one thing I believe Socrates could offer very helpful insight to. ...

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Accusers also say that Socrates has said he preaches above human wisdom. ... Socrates feels that these people got these stories from when his good friend Chaerephon went to an oracle and asked who was wiser than Socrates. ... Socrates then went back to the oracle and the oracle tells him that the men among you, mortals is wisest, who, like Socrates understands that his wisdom is worthless. ... They are not angry at themselves but with Socrates. ... Socrates then takes Meletus statement and makes it clearer. ...

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Socrates .. ... I believe Socrates, by far the most interesting person I've ever studied, is neither. When we are first introduced to Socrates, it is in a court room before 501 jurors (pg.20). ... This is why I believe Socrates is not a genius, or madman, but an unsung hero. ... The first accusation that Meletus charged Socrates with was the crime of corrupting the youth. ...

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Socrates was born in 470 B.C. There is no record of Socrates work. ... ", The Last Days of Socrates (Penguin, 1995). ... Why did Socrates accept his fate? ... Socrates, to me, is an interesting person. ...

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Socrates was born in a time when challenging existing principles was a very dangerous proposition. ... Unfortunately, Socrates was practicing his beliefs during a very vulnerable time period in Athens. ... Whether Socrates did or did not introduce new gods the traditional beliefs of Athens were challenged because those who had heard the words of Socrates now had new and different ideas of their own. ... However, the work of Socrates would not be welcomed in all societies. ... Today many cultures are still affected by and practice the work of Socrates. ...

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Socrates Philosophy is a vast field. ... Among the most revered philosophers of all time was Socrates. ... Unfortunately, Socrates was put to death late in his life. ... At first, Socrates was a sculptor, like his father. ... Socrates liked to argue instead of write. ...

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So against his friends and disciples pleas Socrates drank up his poisonous hemlock, and died. His friend Crito tried to change Socrates mind to escape by using a couple of arguments. ... When Socrates tried to explain to Crito that he should not worry about the opinions of others, Crito pointed out that if Socrates had worried about the opinion of others then he would not be in this predicament. ... Another fact that Crito brings up is that Socrates has five children and it would harm them if Socrates killed them because they would have to grow up without a father figure and they would als...

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Socrates went through the social institution of prison. ... Socrates is a prime example of labeling theory. ... Socrates wants to be a role model and has reason not to kill. ... Socrates has gone through the Social Institution of prison. ... Socrates lacks a main agent of socialization. ...

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Socrates lived in a time when the ruling class used Polytheism to govern a great empire. The men of Athens put Socrates on trial. ... Socrates was one of many men to philosophize. ... Socrates paid the highest price for philosophizing. After a receiving a guilty verdict, Socrates was executed. ...

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Socrates (470 B.C.-399 B.C.) was born near Athens, and spent most of his life in Athens. ... Socrates was not a wealthy man because he did not accept money from his fellow students. ... Now you may ask what is Socrates most noted for? ... Socrates also believed that philosophers looked upon death with good cheer and hope. ... Which is better God only knows" (Socrates). ...

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The dialogue commence with Crito, Socrates old friend, whom goes to visit Socrates in his prison cell where he awaits for execution. ... However, Socrates was quite at ease awaiting for his execution and so then Crito begins to present as many arguments as he can to convince Socrates to escape. ... Socrates, an innocent man is free to escape, if he chooses to do so. ... Therefore, Socrates should stay in jail and accept his death sentence. ... Perhaps if Socrates escapes, other citizens will not follow Socrates' example of breaking the law and escaping from jail.  ...

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First I am going to look at Socrates by getting more in depth with the Laws that Socrates used to support his views is the idea that if he disobeyed the laws, he would be violating them on three separate accounts. ... He, like Socrates, feels that there is a moral obligation to obeying just laws. ... I feel that there he agrees with Socrates. ... It was man that put Socrates in jail and made him drink hemlock, not the laws. ... Whereas, Socrates sees it as just obeying as he should and being moral. ...

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Socrates is one of the greatest philosophers of all time. ... And in the case of Socrates, he believed that the "state- was not unjust. Socrates had great respect for Athens, it's people and it's government. ... This is the stance that Socrates took in the face of death. ... In conclusion, Socrates lived and died as a model philosopher. ...

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Socrates, a famous Greek philosopher, said that "the unexamined life is unfit to be lived." What does Socrates mean by the "unexamined life"? ... I believe that Socrates wanted things to get better, so we must question them. ... I agree with Socrates; I believe that the only way that we can grow is by questioning the status quo. ... Socrates, a famous Greek philosopher, said that "the unexamined life is unfit to be lived." ...

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In an ironic twist, Diotima effectively uses the Socratic method on the very man himself – Socrates. ... Thus, Diotima never found anyone she felt she could truly share her knowledge with – until Socrates. For Socrates, his unending search for the truth was an obsession. ... And it is in this union that we see Socrates achieve metanoia, a transformative change in one's life/mind. ... Based on this passage, it is clear that Socrates was profoundly affected by Diotima's speech. ...

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