Judging Socrates
Judging Socrates In the Apology of Socrates, we are introduced to Socrates the philosopher. ... If you were on the jury how you would judge Socrates? In order to judge Socrates by the reading it is important for the reader to focus on being a juror and listening to the proceedings. ... I believe a case similar to Socrates’ would have been dismissed in the world of today due to the freedom of expression. It is stated in the readings that the Apology is a defiant speech and that Socrates neglects no opportunity to outrage his listeners. ... Socrates is at a disadvantage from the beginning. ... One of the first accusations Socrates must defend himself against is being a natural philosopher. ... Nevertheless, this association for Socrates was never forgotten. ... In the readings, Socrates is blunt and forth coming of other peoples’ weaknesses.