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Hippias Minor: A Dialogue on Lying and Intention – Can the Better Man Do Wrong on Purpose? Audiobook
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What if the better man is the one who knows he’s doing wrong—and does it anyway?
In Hippias Minor, Plato stages one of his most paradoxical and unsettling dialogues. Socrates questions whether a person who lies intentionally is actually better than someone who lies out of ignorance. The result is a sharp philosophical exchange that challenges our most basic ideas of morality and virtue.
This modern translation keeps Plato’s wit and depth intact while making the argument accessible and compelling for today’s listener.
What you'll discover inside:
• A Bold Ethical Challenge – Socrates questions whether intentional wrongdoing shows greater intellect
• Plato’s Paradox on Virtue – Explore the tension between knowledge and morality
• A Lively Clash Between Sophist and Philosopher – Homer, Achilles, and deception take center stage
• A Contemporary Translation for Clear Insight – Ideal for readers exploring deep ethical questions
Can a knowing liar be morally superior to an honest fool? Discover the argument that still unsettles philosophers today.
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About the Authors
Plato (circa 423–347 BC) was a philosopher in ancient Greece and the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. Plato, together along with his teacher, Socrates, and his most famous student, Aristotle, laid the foundations of Western philosophy and science. He is widely considered the most pivotal figure in the development of philosophy, especially philosophy of the Western tradition.
Julius Caesar (100 BC–44 BC) was a military general and leading politician in the Roman republic. His family, the Julii, claimed descent from the ancient kings of Rome and from the goddess Venus. Caesar rapidly carved out an impressive political career, forging an alliance with Pompey and Crassus in 60 BC. The Civil War is Caesar’s attempt at an explanation of the war that changed the Roman world.
About Zeek Ring
James Allen (1864–1912) was a philosophical writer born in Leicester, England. He wrote numerous spiritual and inspirational books, including From Passion to Peace and The Eight Pillars of Prosperity. He is considered a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best-known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been in print since its publication in 1902.