Crito by Plato
"Crito" is a philosophical dialogue where the main character, a renowned philosopher, is in prison awaiting execution and is visited by his friend, Crito, who urges him to escape. The philosopher argues that since the laws of Athens have given him life, education, and many other benefits, it would be unjust for him to break those laws by escaping. The dialogue explores themes of justice, law, obligation, and the social contract.
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- Published
- -389
- Nationality
- Greek
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- Ancient greek
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- Alternate Titles
- - The Apology, Phaedo And Crito Of Plato; The Golden Sayings Of Epictetus; The Meditations Of Marcus Aurelius
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