Written Assignment #1

Directions

Part 1: Identify two main points that Socrates is making in an excerpt from The Apology, and explain them thoroughly in two separate paragraphs. Start each paragraph with stating the point, and explain it in depth. While doing it, remember that Socrates is giving this speech at his trial. What do you think about the way he approaches his prosecutors and the tone he uses?

Part 2: Evaluating your life as a whole, at what stage in Plato’s allegory would you place yourself? Why? In your response, you should refer to and follow as closely as possible Plato’s story.

Written Assignment #1 answer

Wisdom is only attained once people let go of inhibitions, beliefs, values and behaviors which does not provide the ability to transcend through the mediocre. Socrates and Plato both explained these in their works, The Apology and the allegory of the cave, respectively. The way these two philosophers exhibited their wisdom and promoted a better view about understanding and attaining wisdom are integral aspects in relating to philosophy, which evidently provides wisdom.