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Symposium

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  • 80 pages
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Set in a banquet context, this philosophical text features a series of speeches by prominent figures, including Socrates and Alcibiades, who engage in a friendly competition to extol Eros, the god of love and desire. The dialogues explore themes of love, beauty, and the nature of desire, showcasing the diverse perspectives of the speakers, including insights from the comic playwright Aristophanes. Through these discussions, the work delves into the complexities of human relationships and the philosophical implications of love.

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Symposium, Plato

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2023
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