In Apology by Plato‚ passage 38d-39c‚ Socrates turns his attention to those who voted against him. He expresses that he was convicted because he did the opposite of what they wanted him to do which was to beg for mercy and try to avoid the death sentence like many others do. On the contrary‚ he was not ashamed or scared to reveal his truth nor did he try to avoid death. Socrates’ tone conveys his strong beliefs of doing what’s right‚ this idea of justice which is highlighted throughout his defense
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In this essay‚ I explicate connections between Socrates’ descriptions of himself and his role as a citizen and educator in his home city‚ Athens‚ as portrayed in Plato’s Apology. The Apology depicts the trial of Socrates‚ and its entirety is narrated from the point of view of Socrates. Therefore‚ in the account of this trial‚ we have a lens through which we can view Socrates’ ideologies and convictions. Additionally‚ because Socrates is speaking directly to a jury of five hundred and one Athenians
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Dillian Pemberton Dr. Hyo Kim English 212 August 28‚ 2012 Quote: “ I am called wise‚ for my hearers always imagine that I myself posses the wisdom… but the truth is O men of Athens that only god is wise” Apology by Plato is an argument that defends both he and his master‚ Socrates’‚ way of thinking and looking at the world and records his masters last argument in defense of philosophy. At the time this work was created‚ Socrates was under persecution by many for blasphemy. This piece is significant
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The Apology is Plato’s recollection and interpretation of the Trial of Socrates (399 BC). In this dialogue Socrates explains who he is and what kind of life he led. The Greek word "apologia" means "explanation" -- it is not to be confused with "apologizing" or "being sorry" for one’s actions. The following is an outline of the ’argument’ or logos that Socrates used in his defense. A hypertext treatment of this dialogue is also available. I. Prologue (17a-19a) The first sentence sets the
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Clouds vs. The Apology In Aristophanes’ Clouds and in Plato’s Apology we see extensive fictional representations of the historical figure‚ Socrates‚ who left us no literary works under his own name. When comparing these two representations‚ readers often assume‚ as a result of the nature of the comedic genre‚ that Aristophanes’ portrayal of Socrates is exaggerated and fallacious. On the other hand‚ Plato’s account is often taken more seriously as a result of the philosophical genre and the respected
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Wisdom - Plato’s “Apology” Many have tried to find definitions to wisdom over the course of time and many have pursued the ideal of becoming wise. This trait is worn as a title of glory and pride by those seen as wise‚ but Socrates’ wisdom brought him more enemies than it did followers or friends. His desire for insight into human nature and all that is around provoked him to ask questions‚ and those who question the “normal” way of things are dangerous and frightening. Should one be accused
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American courts have carefully expanded mandatory disclosure by the prosecutor‚ especially with respect to disclosures of exculpatory evidence and impeachment material. Exculpatory evidence is any evidence that might exonerate the defendant at trial by either tending to cast doubt on defendant’s guilt or by tending to mitigate the defendant’s culpability‚ thereby potentially reducing the defendant’s sentence (David W. Neubauer & Henry F. Fradella). In Brady v. Maryland‚ he U.S Supreme Court held that
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Socrates – “The Apology” or (Defense) Socrates had no written work‚ never had a job and there are questions of whether he was even literate. However‚ Plato was a student of Socrates and recorded what occurred at his death trial. Socrates asked lots of questions and made people with political power look stupid. At no time during his trial does he claim to be innocent. He (attacks his accuser instead) There were two types of charges brought against him. - The new or (Official) Charges
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The Apology is believed to be the most authentic account that has been preserved of Socrates’ defense of himself as it was presented before the Athenian Council. It is in essential harmony with the references to the trial that occur in Plato’s other dialogs and also with the account given in Xenophon’s Memorabilia. It appears to record‚ in many instances‚ the exact words used by Socrates while making his speech in defense of himself. To be sure‚ the words were not recorded at the time they were spoken
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The apology of Socrates is quite a mystery; his defense is essentiality unbelievable by the average audience. A character so knowledgeable was like no other and can take someone time to truly understand his intelligence and spirt. As Socrates seeks the truth of the frequent lies told against him‚ he was determined to persuade the juries that the accusations presented were untruthful. I find it quite comical how sarcastic and knowledgeable he was to be put in the situation he was in. He was able to
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