Analysis of Argument of Who Improves the Lives of Young People in Apology 24d-25c)
The analysis of this paper looks at Socrates defense that he does not corrupt the youth of Athens. Specifically, the paper examines the passage from Apology (24d-25c). “Come, then, and tell these jurors ” to “Of course it is, whether you and Anytus say so or not”” will be addressed and considered.
First the conclusion of the argument Socrates makes is prefaced by the accusation that Socrates has been charged with corruption of the youth and not believing in the gods the city of Athens believes (24b). It is helpful to separate between Socrates argument, and the argument Socrates ...