Socratic Dialogue

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Socratic Dialogue by Mind Map: Socratic Dialogue

1. General

1.1. Definition is given

1.2. Find flaws: unravel definitions

1.3. Admit ignorance

2. Thrasymadus

2.1. What is justice?

2.1.1. Might makes right

2.2. Rulers make bad laws

2.3. Polemardus says T's wrong

3. Euthyphro

3.1. What is piety?

3.1.1. That which is loved by the Gods

3.1.1.1. Some things loved by some Gods.

3.1.2. They love just human actions

3.1.2.1. Is it loved becuase it is holy or holy becuase it is loved?

3.2. Give a service to the Gods

3.2.1. Prayers only ask of them

3.2.2. Sacrifices only give back to them

4. Symposium: Diotima teaches Socrates

4.1. Starts with a love of physical actions

4.1.1. Becomes a love of virtue: -Courage -Temperance -Prudence -Justice