The Cause - Rob Pirie
JUSTICE or DEATH - There Is No Option for Cowardice: Crito by Plato - Harvard Classics Rev- HC2 Ep5
Sep 20, 2023
The podcast discusses the trial and death of Socrates, focusing on his decision to defy the unjust government and prioritize justice over his own life. It explores the importance of seeking wise opinions, the concept of the just path, and the struggle between the individual and the state. The episode also mentions an upcoming series and a sponsored coffee company.
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- Socrates prioritized truth over the opinions of the unwise, demonstrating steadfast courage in the face of an unjust government.
- Socrates believed in obeying the state and staying in Athens to uphold justice, even if it meant facing death.
Deep dives
The Prison Cell and Waiting for the Ship
In the prison cell, Socrates is waiting for a ship to come from Delos. During this period, no prisoners could be executed due to a celebration honoring the Athenian hero Thesis's victory over the Minotaur. The irony is not lost as Socrates is considered the crazy one, yet he awaits a ship tied to such mythical tales. Socrates patiently waits for his time to die.
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