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portada The Symposium
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
Author
Language
English
Pages
68
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
21.6x14x0.4 cm
ISBN13
9789374835111

The Symposium

Xenophon (Author) · Double 9 Books · Paperback

The Symposium - Xenophon

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Synopsis "The Symposium"

The symposium portrays an engaging philosophical dialogue centered on human virtue, love, and the nature of beauty. Xenophon presents a gathering of prominent thinkers and companions, with Socrates guiding the discussion through irony and insight. The narrative opens with a convivial dinner hosted by Callias in honor of the athlete Autolycus, blending festivity with intellectual reflection. Amid the laughter and banter introduced by the entertainer Philippus, Socrates directs conversation toward the essence of goodness, charm, and inner excellence. The interplay of wit and philosophy reveals how individuals perceive their own virtues while exposing the difference between outward allure and moral worth. Through vivid exchanges, Xenophon illustrates the coexistence of pleasure and contemplation, suggesting that true beauty lies not in physical grace but in harmony of mind and spirit. The dialogue captures the liveliness of Athenian society, where intellectual discourse intertwines with the joys of companionship, offering a lasting meditation on the ideals of love, friendship, and wisdom.

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