Protagoras by Plato (347)

Name: Protagoras
Author: Plato

The dialogue revolves around the concept of truth and knowledge. Protagoras argues that truth is relative to individual perspectives, while Socrates counters with a critique of relativism. The discussion centers on the nature of wisdom, justice, and the ideal society.

By Plato · First published 347 · Genre: Philosophy, Socratic Dialogue, Ethics · 26,761 words

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Persons of the dialogue: Socrates, who is the narrator to his Companion Hippocrates Alcibiades Critias Protagoras, a Sophist Hippias, a Sophist Prodicus, a Sophist Callias, a wealthy Athenian

Scene: The House of Callias

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Work type: Essay
Author: Plato
Date: 347 CE
Language: English
Genres: Philosophy, Socratic Dialogue, Ethics, Political Philosophy, Rhetoric
Length: 26,761 words
Structure: 1 section, 462 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Philosophy — The text primarily explores philosophical concepts such as virtue, knowledge, and relativism.
Socratic Dialogue — The work is structured as a dialogue, characteristic of Socratic method, focusing on questioning and discussion.
Ethics — It delves into ethical questions regarding the nature of good and the role of human behavior.
Political Philosophy — The text addresses themes related to democracy, governance, and the role of the individual in society.