Phaidon Bütün Yapitlari 14 - Plato
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Phaidon Bütün Yapitlari 14

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Language
Turkish
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Say Yayinlari
Pages
136
ISBN
9786050202137
In the final hours before his execution, confined to a prison cell, Socrates engages in a profound dialogue with his closest friends. This account, recounted by Phaedo, captures a serene yet urgent exploration of what it means to live, die, and seek truth. As the hemlock approaches, Socrates calmly presents his arguments for the immortality of the soul, challenging his companions, Simmias and Cebes, to confront their deepest fears and assumptions about existence.

Within these conversations, Plato unveils the core tenets of his philosophy, including the distinction between body and soul, the concept of knowledge as recollection, and the foundational Theory of Forms. "Phaedo" is not merely a historical record of a philosopher's end; it is an enduring invitation to contemplate the nature of reality, the pursuit of wisdom, and the ultimate fate of the human spirit. It offers a testament to intellectual courage in the face of mortality, compelling readers to consider what truly transcends the physical world.

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Phaedo Originally published in 1875
Original language
English
Original publisher Binker North

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