This is because while Xenophon does not outrightly state his opinions on the power of a tyrant unlike Plato’s rendition of Socrates, instead he focuses his entire text on glorifying the events in which a tyrant overtakes those surrounding him until what surrounds him is no longer populations to conquer but rather mountains and oceans. Xenophon’s focus on Cyrus’ success in overpowering every populations within reach supports Xenophon’s indirect claim that Cyrus is forcefully powerful. When marching upon Assyria, Cyrus has no fear. Xenophon recounts that "with the calvary they made raids and captured vast and varied booty. And after this, while changing their camp, having what they required in abundance, and ravaging the country, they awaited the enemy" (III.3.23). This scene illustrates Cyrus’ ability to remain calm at the face of war. His peace comes from an internal assurance that there is nothing for him to fear as he has vanquished countless cities in the past(I.1.4). By sheer might and military prowess alone, Cyrus exemplifies his power over the
This is because while Xenophon does not outrightly state his opinions on the power of a tyrant unlike Plato’s rendition of Socrates, instead he focuses his entire text on glorifying the events in which a tyrant overtakes those surrounding him until what surrounds him is no longer populations to conquer but rather mountains and oceans. Xenophon’s focus on Cyrus’ success in overpowering every populations within reach supports Xenophon’s indirect claim that Cyrus is forcefully powerful. When marching upon Assyria, Cyrus has no fear. Xenophon recounts that "with the calvary they made raids and captured vast and varied booty. And after this, while changing their camp, having what they required in abundance, and ravaging the country, they awaited the enemy" (III.3.23). This scene illustrates Cyrus’ ability to remain calm at the face of war. His peace comes from an internal assurance that there is nothing for him to fear as he has vanquished countless cities in the past(I.1.4). By sheer might and military prowess alone, Cyrus exemplifies his power over the