| Author |
Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE |
| Translator |
Lymperopoulos, A. |
| Translator |
Manesis, George D. |
| Title |
Ερυξίας, Αξίοχος, Αλκυών
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| Alternate Title |
Eryxias, Axiochus, Halcyon
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni
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| Summary |
"Ερυξίας, Αξίοχος, Αλκυών" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue written in ancient times. This work discusses the concept of wealth and its implications for human life through a conversation primarily involving Socrates and other characters such as Eryxias and Critias. The text delves into the value of wealth compared to virtue and wisdom, questioning what constitutes true richness in life. The opening of the dialogue begins with Socrates and Eryxias conversing in the Stoa of Zeus, where Eryxias expresses curiosity about recent events from Sicily. Socrates engages Eryxias in a discussion about wealth and its worth, prompting him to think about whether material riches equate to true prosperity or happiness. The exchange leads to deeper philosophical inquiries regarding the nature of wealth, health, and moral integrity, as Socrates skillfully challenges his companions to reconsider their notions of what it means to be rich or wealthy beyond mere financial status. This sets the stage for an exploration of ethical principles and the true meaning of fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Philosophy
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30741 |
| Release Date |
Dec 23, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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