A passage that grabbed my attention in particular is on page
97, where Socrates relates pain and pleasure. He connects the two different
feelings/concepts through the explanation of his leg being in bondage (bringing
him pain) and then the “pleasure that seems to [follow]” when he is freed from
the bonds. This comparison I understand and agree with. I also agree with his
statement that one “cannot have both [pain and pleasure] at the same time.” I cannot
think of an instance where both can be experienced at the same time other than
at a funeral where one is both mourning the death of a friend, but also
celebrating their life. However, I do not agree with his argument that pain and
pleasure are like “two creatures with one head” because pain and pleasure are
not always so intricately connected. One can enjoy the pleasure of eating a
good sandwich, but that does not mean that he automatically will have to endure
pain simply because he experiences this form of pleasure. This passage can be
argued and reasoned out at length, making for an interesting discussion.
I commented on Ollie and Daniel’s posts!
I agree with pain that is followed by pleasure. It may not be your "Typical pleasure", but can be any sort of things. When one goes through a trial, it will seem very discouraging for a time, but when you emerge from that trial stronger and having learned from it, it can easily be counted as blessing.
ReplyDeleteI would have to beg the difference in the possibility of pain and pleasure being entertained at the same time. I think it depends on your personal purpose and meaning in life, but it still remains a possibility. For instance, myself as a Christian, there are many times I find myself in a moment that pains me in someway- be it emotional, physical, or spiritual- yet I am still able to enjoy the moment because I recognize the greater meaning and hope it holds in respect to my faith and relationship with Christ.
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