Euthyphro
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4.3 • 120 Ratings
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Publisher Description
Euthyphro is one of Plato's early dialogues, dated to after 399 BC. Taking place during the weeks leading up to Socrates' trial, the dialogue features Socrates and Euthyphro, [1] a religious expert also mentioned atCratylus 396a and 396d, attempting to define piety or holiness. The dialogue is set near the king-archon's court, where the two men encounter each other. They are both there for preliminary hearings before possible trials.
Customer Reviews
JorgePeter123
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Piety
As someone who is deeply religious this book was a good reminder not to be a blind follower of religion it is folly even if your heart is pure.
cactusgirl88
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Terrible
This is not a dialogue as expected. It is a summary of the dialogue & therefore boring.
UsBankingCustomer
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Worthy of being loved
Like a great Greek classic.