Sophist by Plato

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Author Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE
Translator Jowett, Benjamin, 1817-1893
Title Sophist
Note Socrates
Credits Produced by Sue Asscher, and David Widger
Summary "Sophist" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 4th century BC. The work explores profound metaphysical questions, particularly focusing on the nature of being, not-being, and the distinction between true philosophy and sophistry. Central to the dialogue is the Eleatic Stranger, who embarks on a dialectical exploration of these concepts alongside Theaetetus and Socrates, effectively illustrating the contrasts between genuine knowledge and the deceptive tricks of sophists. The opening of "Sophist" introduces the characters of Theodorus, Theaetetus, and the Eleatic Stranger as they gather to discuss sophistry. Immediately, the dialogue takes on a methodical approach as the characters seek to define the nature of the sophist, using the analogy of an angler to illustrate various aspects of sophistry. The Eleatic Stranger begins to draw parallels between sophists and various forms of hunting and trading, ultimately revealing the complexities and elusive nature of sophists, who are depicted as deceivers skilled at manipulating language and opinion. This portion sets the stage for an in-depth philosophical inquiry into the nuances of being and not-being, leading to greater discussions about knowledge and falsehood later in the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Classical literature
Subject Logic, Ancient
Subject Ontology
Subject Sophists (Greek philosophy)
Subject Methodology
Subject Meaning (Philosophy)
Category Text
EBook-No. 1735
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 16, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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