How Is Socrates Wise

Socrates ' friend went to the Oracle of Delphi to ask if anyone was wiser than him. When the oracle said that no one was wiser than Socrates, he did not believe him and Socrates began his search in Athens for those wiser than him (25). Socrates knew that he does not know something while others believed they know something they do not know, and Socrates searched for those who knew they knew nothing. First he began with a politician, whom helped run the town. Socrates believed that surely he must have wisdom if he creates rules and regulations, however after Socrates pressed on and tried to learn from him, he realized the politician did not know what he was talking about. Socrates tried to show him that he thought himself wise, but was not, …show more content…
Although I believe he could have approached his process differently and could have suggested ways to develop true knowledge to these individuals, which would have led to less enemies, he did not intentionally corrupt the young nor offend others. I also agree with Socrates’ reasoning in that death is not a punishment because Socrates was not a bad man. He was on the path god intended for him, and worked day and night to help others become successful in acquiring knowledge. Socrates was a good man, and nothing bad can happen to a good man, whether in life or death, because the gods are unconcerned about their troubles (45). Socrates had troubles and was a good man, however the jury had intentions to harm him with their decision. This makes the jury bad people and so I agree with Socrates when he said that the jury deserves to be blamed for corrupting the youth (45) rather than Socrates himself. If the jury is going to kill people because they dislike them, then they are showing the youth that it is okay to be harmful rather than understanding, and this is corruption. Therefore, I agree with Socrates reasoning and believe that he rests well in