Essay 1 – Plato
1. Why does Socrates conclude that he ought to submit to the law?
When considering the reasons behind whether Socrates should submit to the law, it is essential to contextualize the thoughts and beliefs of the individual, based on its morality. The perception of enraging deterioration to the state enhances its application of virtues when reflecting upon the situation. The passage portrays the act of Socrates having a dialogue with Crito when he was tried and put to death by the city of Athens.
During a periodization of conversion, post to the Peloponnesian War, there was raising tension from nations, thus having a direct impact on the population as a whole. Post to the Spartan victory, Athens predominated in tension, dishonour …show more content…
His perception on “his children was much of his, as of Athens” enhances the fact that people benefitted from the state, through the provision of security and education, having been “raised” by the state, as a consequence of developing acceptance of these standards. The “state-citizen” analogy can be described as more than an authority relationship, withal considering the loyalty to his nation, history and culture of origin. Socrates’s strong view on belonging to the state, as it is his “master”, predominates in his line of thought and contributes to his final decision. It is very evident that he believes his personal interpretation of the law should be applicable to the population as a whole, as it is the one that shapes and holds the …show more content…
Socrates believes he should be consistent with his beliefs and arguments, and his actions should coincide with his values, as he must not change his mentality now for the reason of being put under a dangerous situation that is a threat to his
1. Why does Socrates conclude that he ought to submit to the law?
When considering the reasons behind whether Socrates should submit to the law, it is essential to contextualize the thoughts and beliefs of the individual, based on its morality. The perception of enraging deterioration to the state enhances its application of virtues when reflecting upon the situation. The passage portrays the act of Socrates having a dialogue with Crito when he was tried and put to death by the city of Athens.
During a periodization of conversion, post to the Peloponnesian War, there was raising tension from nations, thus having a direct impact on the population as a whole. Post to the Spartan victory, Athens predominated in tension, dishonour …show more content…
His perception on “his children was much of his, as of Athens” enhances the fact that people benefitted from the state, through the provision of security and education, having been “raised” by the state, as a consequence of developing acceptance of these standards. The “state-citizen” analogy can be described as more than an authority relationship, withal considering the loyalty to his nation, history and culture of origin. Socrates’s strong view on belonging to the state, as it is his “master”, predominates in his line of thought and contributes to his final decision. It is very evident that he believes his personal interpretation of the law should be applicable to the population as a whole, as it is the one that shapes and holds the …show more content…
Socrates believes he should be consistent with his beliefs and arguments, and his actions should coincide with his values, as he must not change his mentality now for the reason of being put under a dangerous situation that is a threat to his