Socrates In Plato’s Apology and Crito, Socrates argues for the importance of obeying the law and accepting the decisions of the state, even when they seem unjust. How does Socrates justify his decision to accept his death sentence, and how does this relate to his overall view of the role of the individual in relation […]
What made Achilles the ideal Greek hero?
Humanities Question – Writing Assignment PROMPT Homer’s Iliad was a classic in its own time. That is to say ancient Greeks found it important, and continued to tell and retell the story. Young Athenians studied it in school, and performers would recite the poem at community festivals. Even philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle considered […]
How does this poem relate to critical thinking? What do you think the elephant represents?
POEM: American poet John Godfrey Saxe Read the attached poems (2) and answer the questions that follow in at least 300 words total. Hint: Think about the blind men as being blind figuratively, what does their blindness symbolize? How might they NOT exemplify what Socrates teaches? If you cannot open the poems document, you can […]
Did Thrasymachus concede too much to Socrates? Can you construct a stronger argument in support of Thrasymachus’ position?
Plato’s Republic Write an essay of approximately 5-7 double-spaced pages on one of the topics listed below. This assignment is designed to have you think about an argument you have read in Plato’s Republic. Choose any 1 of the topics below : 1. Thrasymachus maintains that justice is whatever is in the interest of the […]
Explain in what ways were Aristotle, Epicurus, and Seneca also concerned about this risk(risk of sleepwalking)?
Sleepwalking Answer each in at least 500 words. Socrates warned the city that most citizens are at risking of sleepwalking through life. What does this mean? In what ways were Aristotle, Epicurus, and Seneca also concerned about this risk?
What philosophical meaning does ‘truth’ have for Nietzsche? How does this compare to Descartes’ understanding, and/or that of Socrates?
The Conflicted Truth What philosophical meaning does ‘truth’ have for Nietzsche? How does this compare to Descartes’ understanding, and/or that of Socrates?
Explain the relevance of these artworks in their time and provide your conclusions as to which could be their value for your generation and future generations.
How and why did Socrates die? Research the story behind the mystery (mythological, historical, or religious). Research two (2) artworks representing this event (mystery). Search the authors of these two artworks (painter or sculptor) that you picked. After selecting your artists and the artworks: research the author’s life, the epoch in which the author lived, […]
Construct an essay of at least 1 full page using either a deductive or ampliative argument in response to the dialogue between Socrates and Polemarchus from the readings for Book 4 of Plato’s Republic.
Explain why Socrates uses the comparison of the virtues of the city with the virtues of the soul. What is the significance? Construct an essay of at least 1 full page using either a deductive or ampliative argument in response to the dialogue between Socrates and Polemarchus from the readings for Book 4 of Plato’s […]
In a well-organized essay, apply Socrates’ specific understanding of “wisdom” to analyze and explain Oedipus’ hubris and eventual downfall?
Topic: Socrates understanding of wisdom In a well-organized essay, apply Socrates’ specific understanding of “wisdom” to analyze and explain Oedipus’ hubris and eventual downfall? Be sure to make specific references to both texts in answering this question. Do not rely on opinions or generalizations. Note it is not enough to simply introduce relevant quotes into […]
Imagine that you are one of Socrates accusers and write a paper explaining why Socrates is guilty of the charges against him.
Socrates Imagine that you are one of Socrates accusers and write a paper explaining why Socrates is guilty of the charges against him. size 12 font (times new roman), double spaced