On Paragons
A reflection on Plato’s Menexenus So far, my musings have targeted the walls, moats and barriers that are thrown up
On Smashing Idols
A reflection on Plato’s Euthyphro Through the last few reflections, I have examined how ‘sacred’ objects impact on our ability
On Advantageous Friendship
A reflection on Plato’s Lysis Throughout human history, and as far as we can tell throughout our predecessor’s existence, humans
On Failed Inquiry
A reflection on Plato’s Laches The path to intellectual growth is rocky, filled with false peaks and dead ends. My
On Debate
A reflection on Plato’s Charmides From early times humans have involved themselves in diverse intellectual traditions that spread across the
On Obedience
A reflection on Plato’s Crito In every instance of human society, absolute human freedom is fettered by the bonds of
On Martyrs
A reflection on Plato’s Apology Throughout history, many have been awarded the title of ‘Martyr’. The English word is drawn
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