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Plato's Laches
Plato's Laches
Laches, a general in the Athenian army, saw Socrates fight bravely in the battle of Delium. When he and Nicias, another general, are asked to explain the idea of courage, they are at a loss and words fail them. How does courage differ from thoughtless and reckless audacity? Can a lion be said to be courageous? What about small children who have little idea of the dangers they face? Should we call people courageous who do not know whether their bravery will produce good or bad consequences? What kind of education and training promotes both courage and goodness in people, whether they are young or old? Ray Munro cast and directed the actors in this new translation by Albert A. Anderson. Agora Publications, Inc. exists to bring philosophy to life with translations and performances in contemporary English while remaining faithful to unabridged primary texts.
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Laches: Nicias, my friend, I thought you would reveal what courage is, given that you were so dismissive of the answers I gave to Socrates. I had high hopes that the wisdom of Damon would lead you to it!