• The Virtue of Sōphrosunē in Plato's Gorgias and Phaedrus - Hardcover
The Virtue of S&333;phrosun&275; in Plato's Gorgias and Phaedrus - Hardcover - iShook Books
The Virtue of S&333;phrosun&275; in Plato's Gorgias and Phaedrus - Hardcover - iShook Books

    The Virtue of Sōphrosunē in Plato's Gorgias and Phaedrus - Hardcover

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    by Kristian Sheeley (Author)

    A unique interpretation of Plato's account of moderation and the contemporary relevance of Plato's ethical thought.

    Sōphrosunē is one of the four moral virtues-along with wisdom, courage, and justice-that Plato discusses most frequently, though it is perhaps the most difficult one for modern readers to understand. While this Greek term is often translated as "moderation," it is widely acknowledged that English does not have a suitable match for it. This book interprets Plato's masterful reflections on sōphrosunē in two of his dialogues, Gorgias and Phaedrus. Author Kristian Sheeley demonstrates that Plato depicts Socrates customizing his accounts of sōphrosunē for the sake of motivating his interlocutors to cultivate it in their own souls. By depicting Socrates attempting to turn his interlocutors toward the pursuit of virtue, Plato aims to make a similar impact on his readers. In addition, the book periodically reflects on the contemporary relevance of Plato's ethical discussions as they pertain to fundamental philosophical problems that continue to confront us today. Plato's writings on sōphrosunē and related issues contain powerful insights that offer us invaluable guidance.

    Author Biography

    Kristian Sheeley is Lecturer of Philosophy at Marist University.

    Number of Pages: 229
    Dimensions: 0.69 x 9 x 6 IN
    Publication Date: February 01, 2026
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