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A 4 page essay that discusses these two dialogues. Plato maintains in his various dialogues that the exemplary principles expounded upon by Socrates are crucial to living a good life. Plato portrays Socrates; even in when facing his own death, as serene, a man at peace with himself and immune to the vicissitudes of life. Within his dialogues, Plato intimates that Socrates achieved this equitable perspective on life by adhering scrupulously to his personal principles. This examination of principles drawn from Plato's "Apology" and "Crito" demonstrates support for his contention that by following the dictums of Socrates an individual can craft a life that is both satisfying and happy. No additional sources cited.
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peace with himself and immune to the vicissitudes of life. Within his dialogues, Plato intimates that Socrates achieved this equitable perspective on life by adhering scrupulously to his personal principles.
The following examination of principles drawn from Platos "Apology" and "Crito" demonstrates support for his contention that by following the dictums of Socrates an individual can craft a life that
is both satisfying and happy. Early on in the "Apology," Plato pictures Socrates insisting that he has only told the truth. He states in his on defense at this trial
for treason that "From me you will hear the whole truth...spoken at random and expressed in the first words that come to mind" ("Apology" 17b)(Plato 22). Like Abraham Lincoln who
quickly composed one of historys most famous and moving speeches while on a train to speak at a battlefield at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Socrates undoubtedly was superb at rhetoric. However, it
is also true that he spoke plainly and honestly. In deciding whether or not to pursue honesty as a principle for conduct, Socrates further argued that nothing else, even
considerations of life and death, should sidetrack individuals from following their personal values. Socrates argued that only ones own personal values should govern actions, as a person should consider only
if "what he does is right or wrong, whether he is acting like a good or bad man" ("Apology" 28b)(Plato 32-33). In regards to how this principle affects personal happiness,
Socrates dictum can be understood as analogous to the fuel that runs an engine. Just as a driver has to provide the right fuel for a gas engine to run
properly, the driving force in a persons life should be that individuals sense of morality and purpose. When individuals deviate from this dictum, the results for their lives are devastating.
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