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Essay Galaxy - Analysis Of The Crito
The purpose of Crito seems intended to exhibit the character of Socrates in one light only, not as the philosopher, fulfilling a divine mission and trusting in the will of Heaven, but simply as the good citizen, who, having been unjustly condemned is willing to give up his life in obedience to the laws of the State. The main argument that seems to entail the discussion between Crito and Socrates is the opinion of the majority on Socrates fate.
In the Crito Socrates states, Why should we care so much for what the majority think? (Plato 45) Socrates believes that we should not care what the majority thinks because those who are reasonable people will understand. However, Critos counter-argument to this is that the majority can cause great harm; therefore we should care what they think.....
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