Sunday, September 2, 2012
Apology
When I began reading Plato's Apology, I found I was getting confused by trying to keep up with the story and its main points. But once I figured it out, I found it very intriguing. The way Socrates never once questioned his beliefs and stood for what he believed in when being threatened with death was very inspiring. He used the Socratic method in such a way that was persuasive to others, including myself. I found myself agreeing with what he was trying to get across to them. I think his question of what is "right" is a good thing to think about today. If no one questioned what is "right", the world would be a different place. The fight for women's rights would of never been possible, had someone not questioned if this was "right." There are many other examples in history and even today.
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I agree very much with the idea of fighting for what you believe in and deciding for yourself what is right and wrong.
ReplyDeleteI also liked that Socrates stood up for what he believed in and never questioned his beliefs, shows what kind of man he was. I found myself agreeing with his statements and didnt believe he deserved a death sentence for such a minor offense. Punishment doesnt fit the crime.
ReplyDeleteI felt that Socrates was almost a vigilante in a way. He didn't necessarily always do what society might consider right, but he was morally sound in a way that warranted him to always do what he thought was best. I think that is the kind of person that we all want to be able to embody.
ReplyDeleteGreat post, Erin!
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