The Apology and the Concept of Immortality
An exploration of Socratic philosophy on immortality, its relationship to virtue ethics, and implications for human understanding.
Intellectual History
The Immortality of the Soul in Plato's Apology
Exploring Socrates' defense of immortality in Plato's Apology, its significance in Western philosophy, and its relevance to modern views on death and the afterlife.
The Futility of Retributive Justice
A critical examination of Socrates' argument against retributive justice in ancient Athens, its implications for contemporary debates about punishment, rehabilitation, and social justice.
The Art of Philosophical Self-Defense: Socrates' Apology
An exploration of Socrates' defense against charges of impiety and corrupting the youth, highlighting his method of questioning, intellectual humility, and pursuit of wisdom.
The Limits of Public Engagement
Exploring Socrates' reluctance to engage in public affairs through his own philosophical framework, divine sign, anomie, and concerns about morality and politics.
The Apology's Philosophical Framework
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how a philosophical view emerged, what it claims, and why it matters today
The Examination of Meletus: A Critical Analysis
The Examination of Meletus: A Critical Analysis, exploring Socrates' defense speech, key figures, mechanisms, and philosophical developments in ancient Athens.
The Oracle's Dilemma: A Study on Socratic Wisdom
An exploration of Socrates' inquiry into wisdom, sparked by the Oracle's response, examining the Socratic method, its implications for human understanding, and its enduring influence on Western philosophy.
The Trial of Socrates: A Study in Philosophical Context
A study of the 399 BCE trial of Socrates, examining its historical context, philosophical implications, and ongoing significance.
The Apology: A Historical Dialogue
The Apology is a historical dialogue written by Plato, presenting Socrates' speech at his trial in ancient Athens, exploring Socratic method, rhetoric, and philosophy.
The Challenge of Historical Portrayal in Plato's Dialogues
A philosophical exploration of Plato's portrayal of Socrates, examining the challenges of historical accuracy, literary techniques, and the development of Western philosophy.
The Idea of Virtue in Politics: Socratic Thought
This study examines the concept of virtue in politics as developed by Socrates through his conversations with young men in ancient Athens.
The Limits of Xenophon's Testimony
Understanding the complexities of Xenophon's testimony on Socratic thought, its historical context, and implications for philosophical inquiry.
The Defense of Socrates: A Philosophical Examination
A philosophical examination of Xenophon's defense of Socrates against accusations of impiety and corruption, exploring the significance of this work in understanding ancient Greek philosophy.
The Enigmatic Socrates
A detailed overview of Socrates' life, teachings, and significance in the development of Western philosophy, exploring key concepts like the elenchus, phronesis, and Socratic irony.
The Athenian Oligarchy and the Trial of Socrates
The trial of Socrates marked a significant turning point in Western philosophy, highlighting the complex relationships between politics, philosophy, and the role of the individual.
The Athenian Golden Age: A Time of Philosophical Innovation
The Athenian Golden Age marked a pivotal moment in Western philosophical history, with the emergence of Sophism, Socratic method, and other innovations that laid the groundwork for later developments in ethics, metaphysics, and natural science.
Athenian Culture and the Emergence of Greek Thought
A detailed exploration of Athenian culture and its impact on the emergence of Greek thought, examining key figures, events, and concepts.
The Transformation of Athenian Culture: From Puritan Simplicity to Cynical Sophism
A transformation in Athenian culture marked by a shift from puritan simplicity to cynical Sophism, with key figures like Protagoras and Socrates playing crucial roles.
The Concept of Justice in Ancient Athens
Exploring the concept of justice in ancient Athens, including Thrasymachus' thesis and its implications for power, morality, and politics.