What do you think Socrates is talking about when he speaks of that part in us that is harmed by unjust actions and benefited by just actions?
Analogously, then, Socrates refers to the part of us which is harmed by unjust actions and benefited by just actions. Socrates suggests that this part of us is far more valuable than the body, and that life would hardly be worth living if it were damaged.
What does the reading say a fallacy is?
What does the reading say a fallacy is? An argument from inconsistency. What is an argument from inconsistency? Stating reasons that are contradictory, or contradict the conclusion.
Why is crito worried about his reputation?
b) He is concerned about his reputation. He worries that people will think that he was unwilling to spend the money to help Socrates escape.
What does Socrates value more than life?
Virtue. Socrates strongly believed (unlike modern society) that the cultivation of virtue is the most important pursuit in life. He believed that virtue leads to a good and fulfilling life. The virtuous person is one who does well for society, and is in control of themselves and their desires.
Why does Socrates think that doing harm is never right?
SOcrates reminds Crito that even if he has been injured, he cannot injure in return according to his moral principles. Socrates believes if he escapes this would injure the state by advocating an individual can take the law into their own hands.
What is Socrates argument in crito?
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 POINT OF VIEW (as opposed to the point of view of one’s religion or society).
How does Socrates think that other well governed cities will receive him if he escapes from Athens?
How does Socrates think that other well-governed cities will receive him if he escapes from Athens? a. He believes that if he escapes he will be treated as a criminal or outlaw.
What answer do Socrates and crito agree to the question are we to say that we are never intentionally to do wrong?
This preview shows page 1 – 2 out of 2 pages. Question 11:What answer do Socrates and Crito agree to the question, “Are we to say that we are never intentionally to do wrong…”? Correct Answer(s):°Yes (correct)(No (It depends on what Laws of Athens say.
What allegory of the cave means?
Symbolism. The allegory contains many forms of symbolism used to instruct the reader in the nature of perception. The cave represents superficial physical reality. It also represents ignorance, as those in the cave live accepting what they see at face value.