Antigone Vs Socrates Crito Essays and Term Papers
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The Mind: Aristotle Kant and Socrates
Daniel C. Dennet said in A Glorious Accident that, "our minds--if you like-- [are] just as real as our dreams"(Kayzer, 37). The implications of this statement are substantial, for if this is true--if our minds and our consciousness are just dreams or the constructs of our brain, what we perceive, our memories, and our sense of reality are nothing more than illusions. Not only is this scientifically a valid statement, but it forces us to
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Socrates Philosophical Problem
Socrates Philosophical Problem The problem lies in lack of knowledge which often leads men to mistake bad things for good. His aim in his philosophical dialogs were to establish an understanding of knowledge through questioning and debate. He believed in many universal truths and by the exercise of reason one may come to an understanding of what was good. In this time philosophy was lacking moral and political philosophies and there was not a clear
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Socrates
SOCRATES (469-399 BC) Socrates was the first person I chose for my “committee”. The things about Socrates that have always drawn me to his work was his belief in “know thyself” and that “the unexamined life is not worth living”. His drive and interest in questioning appeals to me most, probably because I question everything. I want to know why things are the way they are, how they got that way and why am
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Antigone
Family is supposed to be the ultimate support, everlasting, and always ready to forgive. In Antigone by Sophocles, Creon is immersed in a "power trip" that alienates and even kills his family. He caused his son, Haemon's death, his wife, Eurydice's death and Antigone's death. Creon views himself as the perfect leader, believes he is always correct, and in turn has to live with the guilt of three deaths that were his fault. Antigone goes
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Socrates: The Greek Philosopher
The life of the Greek philosopher Socrates (469-399 BC) marks such a critical point in Western thought that standard histories divide Greek philosophy into pre-Socratic and post-Socratic periods. Socrates left no writings of his own, and his work has inspired almost as many different interpretations as there have been interpreters. He remains one of the most important and one of the most enigmatic figures in Western philosophy. As a young man Socrates became fascinated with
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The Trial of Socrates
The Trial of Socrates by Doug Linder (2002) The trial and execution of of Socrates in Athens in 399 B.C.E. puzzles historians. Why, in a society enjoying more freedom and democracy than any the world had ever seen, would a seventy-year-old philosopher be put to death for what he was teaching? The puzzle is all the greater because Socrates had taught--without molestation--all of his adult life. What could Socrates have said or done than prompted
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Antigone
One commentator has argued in "Antigone" that Antigone's "view of what is right is as twisted as that of Creon." Although I do not believe that either Antigone's or Creon's view is "twisted," I do believe that their fate is a direct result of their extreme pride and stubbornness. In "Antigone," Sophocles examines the conflict between the requirements of human and divine law that is centered on the burial of Polynices, Antigone's brother and Creon's
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Antigone by Sophocles
In the play "Antigone" by Sophocles, Creon and Antigone have distinct conflicting values. Creon's regard for the laws of the city causes him to abandon all other beliefs. He feels that all should obey the laws set forth by him, even if other beliefs, moral or religious, state otherwise. Antigone, on the other hand, hold the beliefs of the gods in high reverence. She feels that the laws of the gods should be obeyed above
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Socrates and Zen
Socrates and Zen The differences between Eastern and Western philosophies are very pronounced. Western mentality is generally based upon a rational, ordered system of categories that encourage the continual search for truth and knowledge through science or religion. Conversely, Eastern mentality maintains that life is a journey towards self-discovery of oneself and the unexplainable universe. However the drastic divide between Eastern and Western thoughts may not have always been so dramatic. Despite the many differences
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Creon: Antigone’s True Tragic Hero
F. Scott Fitzgerald once said, "show me a hero, and I'll write you a tragedy." This quote is based on the definition of a tragedy, a story of a person who starts in a high position in society and falls throughout the story to end in a state worse-off than where he began. This person is known as the tragic hero. The tragic hero is the character who falls from grace due to fate and
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Analysis of the Crito
Analysis of the Crito The life of Socrates provides one example of someone who seeks a justification for his or her moral actions by living out his convictions even to the point of death. Socrates tries to use reason (rather than the values embedded in his culture) to determine whether an action is right or wrong. The dialogue called the "Crito" contains an image of Socrates trying to adopt what could be called the “moral
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Antigone and Aristotle
Antigone was first produced in 441 B.C. It was written by a Greek playwright Sophocles. Antigone is the third play in an epic about a man named Oedipus and his family. This third installment is considered a Greek Tragedy, even today it is still being produced in theaters all around the world. It has had many critics, Aristotle being the most famous. Aristotle ideas and thoughts on tragedy were implied throughout the play. He was
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Crito, "two Wrongs Don’t Make a Right"
According to the Crito dialogue, Socrates argues that "two wrongs don't make a right." In this argument, Socrates claims that no matter how unjust someone was treated, it never gives them justification to injury someone. I will argue that there is a potential objection to the claim of Socrates' argument. I will show that it is possible to oppose the idea that with or without prior injustice from someone it is unjust to do injury
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Defending Creon’s Actions in Antigone
Creon's actions can be defended if they are analyzed from a political standpoint. His main concern as king is to protect the city and maintain order. This is especially the case since Thebes is on the edge of war, and because Creon has just come into power. Therefore, Creon adopts strict rules and punishments, and stubbornly adheres to his laws. Creon establishes a strict ruling style, even in regards to family, to gain loyalty from
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Antigone...Hero or Fool?
In Greek literature, a tragic hero is based upon an individual having several of the following qualities: having a high social position in society; not being overly good or bad; being persistent or stubborn in their actions; having a single flaw that brings about their own death and the death of others; and obtaining pity from the audience. Antigone was a prime example of a Greek tragic hero. Antigone, being the daughter of Oedipus, obtained
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Socrates
This paper will argue that during "The trial and Death of Socrates", Socrates could have given better arguments for his defense. First it will outline the prejudices or accusations Socrates has to face during his trial. It will then show how Socrates acted as tough he wanted to lose the case and finally it will conclude explaining the arguments Socrates could have given in order to be acquitted. During the first speech (18a-19b) Socrates has
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Histery of Socrates
The topic of my paper is the philosophy of Socrates. Specifically I will discuss Socratic irony and the Socratic method of inquiry. The main points I will cover are; what was Socratic irony, and why did he use the method he did to seek the truth? My paper consists of three main parts. First a description of the more important books by Plato, about Socrates; sines Plato is the main source for information about Socrates.
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Antigone and Mlk Comparison
Antigone and MLK Compare/Contrast Essay Both Martin Luther King Jr. and Antigone are fighting injustice. Antigone is fighting the unfair edict of the corrupt and prideful king Creon. Mr. King is fighting the racial intolerance of a generation of Americans. Both Antigone and Martin Luther King Jr. defend there actions in the struggle against injustice; although both argue there points, Antigone takes a more defiant stance, while Mr. King uses a more analytical approach in
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Defense of Socrates
Plato's "Defense of Socrates" follows the trial of Socrates for charges of corruption of the youth. His accuser, Meletus, claims he is doing so by teaching the youth of Athens of a separate spirituality from that which was widely accepted. Socrates' argument was unique in that he tried to convince the jury he was just an average man and not to be feared, but in actuality demonstrated how clever and tenacious he was. He begins
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Antigone Vs. Kreon - "nomos" Vs. "written Laws"
Antigone vs. Kreon- "Nomos" vs. "Written Laws" Antigone is a play written in 442 B.C. (hypothetical) by the noted Greek playwright Sophocles. In the play Sophocles deals with issues such as the relationship between males and females and the state as well as the position of women in society. He uses Antigone to represent obligation to family and the gods while Kreon represents obligation of the "written laws" of the state. I think that if
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Antigone Abstract
The world of the Greeks was based on the “divine laws” set by the Gods who were the rulers of the land and who promoted people to heaven or hell. At times, Creon, the city’s new leader, followed the rules, but in most cases went with what he felt was good for the state. Antigone on the other hand created this mindset thinking that if the God’s divine law is not followed all bad will
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Antigone
Antigone is a Theban play based on the story of Oedipus. Sophocles wrote this play first but yet it is the last of the trilogy. It was written approximately in 441 BCE in Athens, Greece. This part of the trilogy takes place after the death of Oedipus and his sons. Polynices and Eteocles having killed each other for control over Thebes but unfortunately the two die leaving Creon, Oedipus' brother-in-law, in charge who is bossy
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Plato - Last Days of Socrates
Plato's Crito Plato's "Crito" is a dialogue between Socrates and one of his closest friends Crito. The entire dialogue takes place in Socrates prison cell, where he awaits execution. Crito visits Socrates before dawn in order to persuade him to escape from prison and flee to another city or country. Crito has made all the necessary arrangements to smuggle Socrates out of prison to safety. To Crito's despair Socrates seems quite willing to accept his
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Antigone
Lines 1-489 It starts off outside the palace gates of Thebes. Antigone and her sister Ismene are talking about the tragic deaths of their brothers, Polyneices and Eteocles, during battle for the Theban kingship. Because there was no winner, their uncle Creon became king. Antigone tells her sister of the troubles that have hurt their family, including their parent's deaths. "Don't you notice when evils due to enemies / are headed towards those we love?"
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Socrates
Socrates of Athens was a philosopher. A philosopher studies human behavior, thought, and knowledge. The word philosophy meant "the love of wisdom" and that is what Socrates had. When Socrates wrote to the oracle "who is the wisest man of all of Greece" The oracle answered he was. Socrates was puzzled over that so he went to search for a wiser man. He went to see politicians, poets and craft workers. He concluded that the
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