Thursday 8/29
The Wisest Man of Athens
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Discussion Questions
First Question: The Old Charges
What are the old charges Socrates mentions, and what does he say about them?
Second Question: The New Charges
What are the new charges (Meletus' charges) against Socrates? What is Socrates' strategy in replying to them? What arguments does he present in his defense?
Third Question: The Wisest Man of Athens
In what sense is Socrates the wisest man of Athens? How does he set out to disprove the Oracle?/
Fourth Question: Was Socrates Guilty?
Considering both the old charges and the new, should Socrates have been acquitted? Why or why not?