Euthyphro – Audiobook: Euthyphro: Socratic Dialogues on Ethics and Piety by Plato
About this audiobook
Euthyphro by Plato: "Euthyphro" is one of Plato's early dialogues, in which Socrates engages in a philosophical conversation with Euthyphro about the nature of piety and the concept of holiness. Through a series of probing questions, Plato explores the complexities of ethics and religious belief.
Key Aspects of the Dialogue "Euthyphro":
Philosophical Inquiry: Plato uses the dialogue format to engage in a deep exploration of the nature of piety and holiness.
Socratic Method: The dialogue showcases Socrates' trademark method of questioning and challenging conventional wisdom, inviting readers to think critically about ethical concepts.
Moral Dilemma: "Euthyphro" presents a moral dilemma that continues to be discussed in philosophy: Is something pious because the gods love it, or do the gods love it because it is pious?
Plato, one of the most influential philosophers in Western history, lived during the 5th century BCE in ancient Greece. His dialogues, including "Euthyphro," remain foundational texts in the study of ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics.
