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Set during an imaginary dinner party in Athens in 416 BC, the narrative features prominent figures like Aristophanes, Socrates, and the charismatic Alcibiades. The guests engage in a series of eloquent speeches about love, culminating in Socrates' profound recounting of Diotima's teachings, which suggest that love serves as a pathway to achieving goodness. This dialogue explores deep philosophical themes through vibrant character interactions and thought-provoking discussions.

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English
Authors
Plato
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Lulu.com
Released
2022
Pages
74
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9781387560479
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Symposium
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Set during an imaginary dinner party in Athens in 416 BC, the narrative features prominent figures like Aristophanes, Socrates, and the charismatic Alcibiades. The guests engage in a series of eloquent speeches about love, culminating in Socrates' profound recounting of Diotima's teachings, which suggest that love serves as a pathway to achieving goodness. This dialogue explores deep philosophical themes through vibrant character interactions and thought-provoking discussions.