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date: '2023-09-29'
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### Q1.

ex: Th.
E. dialogue shows [[thoughts/Socrates|Socrates]] view that philosophy necessary for a good life

E. definition of piety and S’s objection for it. <span>&rArr;</span> discussion in Apology about relation between philosophy and good life

[[thoughts/Plato#Phaedo|Phaedo]]‘s philosophy for the soul

### Q2.

See [[posts/Questions about Apology|Questions about Apology]]

- Intro: Th. : Whether agree or disagree with Socrates
  - Why Socrates believe justice cannot be fought for in public life
  - Why S. is right/wrong
- Conclusion

### Symposium pp. 105-106

1. Beauty of one thing
2. Beauty in every body is the same
3. Beauty in mind/soul
4. Beauty in the institution/law/science
5. Absolute beauty