I enjoy reading Socrates' questions. He does not always ask a question just because he wants to know the answer. He makes his whole argument for something just with questions. He does this to make sure that the person he is talking to understands his point and if they agree or disagree. He also uses questions to point out the flaws in another persons argument. We see this clearly in Apology and Euthyphro. I liked how Socrates got Euthyphro to realize that he was saying that the gods hate the same things that they love, and how Socrates questions that. (pg. 9-10) I also enjoyed the fact that Euthyphro kept repeating, "That is true."
P.S. I commented on Hannah and Abigail's posts.
I also loved how Socrates did that. By Euthyphro answering, repeatedly, that "This is true," he is backing up Socrates argument that piety seemingly lacks a definition. When Euthyphro defines piety, Socrates always has a comeback where Euthyphro is forced to agree and thereby debunk his previous defenition of piety.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you. It is so fun to see how Socrates draws people to the point he wants to drive home with questions!
ReplyDeleteI think this goes with the theme of "Apology". This is Socrates proving that he IS in fact the wisest man. He keeps proving that Euthyphro hasn't completely thought this through. He seems like he knows what pious and impious but does he actually?
ReplyDeleteI think Hannah said it so clearly! One of my favorite things about Socrates is how he discusses with questions. I believe it shows the truest form of what philosophy is really all about- seeking wisdom in the hard question; in the next question. It's fascinating to see that through question, you can form a sort of elimination system of ideals. You may not find the answer or truth you were looking for, but you will be able to eliminate a non-truth from your process. This is one reason why I enjoy the Socratic method so much. I believe I learn much more not by having the answer given to me, but by questioning and discovering truth for myself.
ReplyDeleteYes, you're right. Euthyphro keeps agree with Socrates and does not really understand or know what Socrates is saying.
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