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Socrate's First Accusers And Athenian Law
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Of all confrontations in political philosophy, the biggest is the conflict
between philosophy and politics. The problem remains making philosophy friendly
to politics. The questioning of authoritative opinions is not easily
accomplished nor is that realm of philosophy - the pursuit of wisdom. Socr ....
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....e assembly about
the old accusers? It appears improper for a man on trial to bring about his
other 'crimes'. Aristophanes, in particular, is implicated by Socrates as an
old accuser. "For you yourselves used to see these things in the comedy of
Aristophanes" (Plato, 19c). The poets helped to shape Greek culture. Poetry was
passed on and perpetuated the city where thought constantly changed.
Philosphy begins in debunking what the city thinks they know in order to refute
the god. It is evident th.... |
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