Socrates Piety Analysis

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Philosophy is very complex but it always aims at the revelation of truth. Because of this, philosophic studies became the permanent quest of truth. It is possible to refer to Socrates’ philosophy and his ideas, which make the search of truth as the main reason of purposeful and valuable life.
The philosopher suggests looking for the truth as the determinant element of justice. To make justice means to find the truth. It is possible to refer to his argument with Euthyphro concerning piety. Piety is a concept that shows the obedience to divine norms and respect of gods. Socrates’ dialogue with Euthyphro reveals that this concept is extremely difficult to define. Euthyphro argues that he was inspired by deity to bring his own father to court (Fagan & Russon, 2009). …show more content…

Socrates continuously refers to examples concerning stories related to gods, which he believes to be inconsistent and incredible. Euthyphro draws more and more examples of stories concerning gods, which he believes prove his position as being inspired by gods. Soon Enough Socrates asks Euthyphro to define piety, which he fails to do because he cannot give the definition, which is universally true (Fagan & Russon, 2009). Socrates uncovers that the concept of piety offered by his opponent is incorrect.
Socrates believed in the importance of happiness, self achievement and fulfilling goals without hurting yourself or others. A person, who cannot find happiness is living a life that is not worth living. A Person should gain the value of life and inner happiness through studying and examining the life, the world around, and the internal world of him/her self. Life became purposeful and fruitful. Otherwise, the life would be pointless and

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