Lesser Hippias by Plato
On Voluntary and Involuntary Wrongdoing
In this dialogue, Socrates engages in a conversation with the sophist Hippias, exploring the nature of lying and truthfulness. Through a series of questions and logical examinations, Socrates challenges Hippias to consider whether a person who lies intentionally is more knowledgeable and therefore better than one who lies unintentionally. The discussion delves into the complexities of moral character and the distinction between voluntary and involuntary actions, ultimately questioning the conventional understanding of honesty and virtue.
- Published
- -390
- Nationality
- Greek
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- Ancient greek
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- Alternate Titles
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- Hippias Minor
- Hippias Minor Or The Art Of Cunning
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