memorabilia 2 Flashcards
(40 cards)
What is the main theme of Socrates’ discourse with Aristippus in Book II?
Socrates discusses the importance of self-control, endurance, and the virtues necessary for ruling, contrasting the lives of rulers and the ruled.
What does Socrates suggest about the education of children in his conversation with Aristippus?
Socrates suggests that children destined to rule must be trained to endure hardships, control their desires, and prioritize duty over personal gratification.
How does Socrates describe the behavior of animals in relation to human desires?
Socrates compares humans to animals like quails and partridges, which are driven by lust and desire, leading them into traps.
What does Socrates say about the importance of enduring cold, heat, and toil?
Socrates argues that those who are destined to rule must train themselves to endure physical hardships like cold, heat, and toil.
What is Aristippus’ view on ruling and personal enjoyment?
Aristippus prefers a life of ease and pleasure, avoiding the burdens of ruling.
How does Socrates respond to Aristippus’ desire to avoid both ruling and slavery?
Socrates argues that it is impossible to avoid both ruling and being ruled in human society.
What does Socrates say about the importance of self-discipline in ruling?
Socrates emphasizes that self-discipline in matters like eating, drinking, and sleeping is crucial for those who wish to rule.
How does Socrates describe the relationship between rulers and their subjects in different regions?
Socrates gives examples of rulers and subjects in Asia, Europe, and Africa, suggesting that dominant groups lead happier lives than the ruled groups.
What is Aristippus’ final stance on ruling and personal freedom?
Aristippus concludes that he prefers a life of freedom and pleasure, avoiding both ruling and slavery.
What does Socrates say about the dangers of living as a foreigner without protection?
Socrates warns that living as a foreigner without the protection of a community can be dangerous.
How does Socrates use the example of a dog to illustrate the importance of protection?
Socrates compares a person who refuses to rule or be ruled to a dog that fails to protect its flock.
What does Socrates suggest about the importance of friends and allies?
Socrates argues that friends and allies are essential for protection and support.
How does Socrates describe the difference between voluntary and involuntary suffering?
Socrates explains that voluntary suffering can be ended at will, while involuntary suffering cannot.
What does Socrates say about the rewards of enduring hardships?
Socrates suggests that enduring hardships voluntarily can lead to greater rewards.
How does Socrates use the story of Heracles to illustrate the choice between virtue and vice?
Socrates recounts the story of Heracles being offered a choice between a life of ease and a life of toil and virtue.
What does Socrates say about the importance of kindness and gratitude in relationships?
Socrates argues that kindness and gratitude are essential in relationships.
How does Socrates address the issue of ingratitude in his conversation with Lamprocles?
Socrates explains that ingratitude is a form of wrongdoing, especially toward parents.
What does Socrates say about the duties of parents and children?
Socrates emphasizes that children owe their parents gratitude and respect.
How does Socrates respond to Lamprocles’ complaint about his mother’s temper?
Socrates argues that Lamprocles should endure his mother’s temper, as she has shown him great kindness.
What does Socrates suggest about the importance of harmony between brothers?
Socrates argues that brothers should work together harmoniously to support each other.
What does Socrates suggest to Critobulus about the importance of self-examination in friendship?
Socrates advises Critobulus to examine his own worth to his friends and strive to become a person of value, as good friends are attracted to those who are useful and virtuous.
How does Socrates describe the qualities of a good friend?
Socrates describes a good friend as someone who is self-controlled, kind, upright, and eager to help others, contrasting them with those who are dominated by their appetites or are quarrelsome.
What does Socrates say about the importance of testing a potential friend’s character?
Socrates suggests that one should test a potential friend’s character by observing their past behavior and how they have treated others.
How does Socrates advise Critobulus to win friends?
Socrates advises Critobulus to show admiration and kindness towards those he wishes to befriend, and to demonstrate that he is devoted to his friends.
