Phaedo is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato, which recounts the final moments of Socrates' life. The dialogue takes place in the prison cell where Socrates is awaiting execution, and his friends have gathered to say their final goodbyes. The main topic of discussion is the immortality of the soul, and Socrates argues that the soul is immortal and that death is merely the separation of the soul from the body. He presents several arguments to support his claim, including the argument from recollection and the theory ...
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Phaedo is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato, which recounts the final moments of Socrates' life. The dialogue takes place in the prison cell where Socrates is awaiting execution, and his friends have gathered to say their final goodbyes. The main topic of discussion is the immortality of the soul, and Socrates argues that the soul is immortal and that death is merely the separation of the soul from the body. He presents several arguments to support his claim, including the argument from recollection and the theory of forms. The dialogue also touches on other philosophical topics, such as the nature of knowledge, the relationship between body and soul, and the role of philosophy in preparing for death. Ultimately, the dialogue ends with Socrates' calm acceptance of his fate, as he drinks the hemlock and dies surrounded by his friends. Phaedo is considered one of Plato's most important works and is a classic of Western philosophy.I should so like to hear about his death. What did he say in his last hours? We were informed that he died by taking poison, but no one knew anything more; for no Phliasian ever goes to Athens now, and it is a long time since any stranger from Athens has found his way hither; so that we had no clear account.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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