The Apology of Socrates - Plato
Details
Gentlemen of the jury, I am grateful and I am your friend, but I will obey the god rather than you, and as long as I draw breath and am able, I shall not cease to practise philosophy.
Join us as we discuss Plato’s The Apology of Socrates, the dramatic account of Socrates defending his life, philosophy, and integrity before an Athenian jury.
Facing charges of corrupting the youth and impiety, and of 'studying things in the sky and below the earth', Socrates famously declares that 'the unexamined life is not worth living.'
Participants are encouraged to read the PDF of the text in the link below to facilitate a deeper discussion on justice, truth, conviction, and the role of the philosopher.
No prior philosophy background is required—just bring your curiosity and an open mind.