2. Socrates in Crito Flashcards
1
Q
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS NOT LIFE, BUT…
A
A GOOD LIFE
2
Q
Contrast between reason/convention
A
Reason: Socrates wants to do what is right
Convention: Crito wants Socrates to escape
3
Q
The Laws VS Socrates (3)
A
- The laws gave birth hand nurtured Socrates
- The laws provided security throughout Socrates’ life
- In this instance they result in his disadvantage.
Thus, disobedience is not justified.
4
Q
TO KNOW THE GOOD IS…
A
TO DO THE GOOD
5
Q
Why do we sin? (plato)
A
Because we are ignorant. Actions done with the absence of knowledge is attached with the word ‘evil’
Thus, every instance of wrongdoing is from ignorance.
6
Q
Akrasia
A
weakness of will
7
Q
Lesson: Don’t refrain from evil because you will get caught but because…
A
of the care of your own soul.
