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Plato's Symposium
Book • 381
In this dialogue, Plato presents a discussion on the concept of love (eros) among a group of Athenian intellectuals, including Socrates, Phaedrus, Aristophanes, and Alcibiades.
The dialogue delves into various dimensions of love, such as its relationship to beauty, virtue, and wisdom.
It challenges conventional views on love and presents a philosophical exploration of its role in achieving a good and virtuous life.
The work is set at the house of Agathon, a tragic poet, and features a series of praise speeches that reflect different viewpoints on love.
The dialogue delves into various dimensions of love, such as its relationship to beauty, virtue, and wisdom.
It challenges conventional views on love and presents a philosophical exploration of its role in achieving a good and virtuous life.
The work is set at the house of Agathon, a tragic poet, and features a series of praise speeches that reflect different viewpoints on love.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
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Jacob Howland when discussing his early exposure to Plato's works and the impact of the Symposium on his philosophical journey.
Jacob Howland when discussing his early exposure to Plato's works and the impact of the Symposium on his philosophical journey.
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What Plato’s Republic Has to Say About Being a Man
Mentioned by Sean Illing when discussing 
Agnes Callard 's philosophical influences and Socrates' legacy.
Agnes Callard 's philosophical influences and Socrates' legacy.
The project of Socratic love with Agnes Callard
