Abstract
It is argued that the Crito hinges on the relation between words and deeds. Socrates sets out a standard of agreement reached through persuasive argument or words. In this case the argument is deliberative: a general shared principle (do not do wrong) is juxtaposed to a particular minor premise (this act of escape is wrong) to reach a conclusion (do not escape). Crito baulks at the perception of the minor premise. At this juncture the Laws of Athens are introduced, who set out a standard of agreement established instead by deeds. Both standards apply to Socrates, constituting the drama of the dialogue.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | x-327 |
Journal | History of Political Thought |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - Sep 1998 |
Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- History
- Sociology and Political Science
- Philosophy