Socrates Rhetoric Analysis

The character that I decided to stand by during this dialog is Socrates. It seems like he was the most logical and provided the most facts out of all of the characters. Socrates is for the people before he his for himself. Even though I connected most with Socrates I do stand by Callicles in some of his points. Socrates is basically the goody tushu of all the characters. When I say goody tushu, I mean that he is always trying to do the right thing. Regardless, of the consequence he may face because of his decision whether the outcome is good or bad. Socrates believes that rhetoric isn't a form of art. For something to be considered art is the expression or application of human skills and imagination. Usually, people connect art with paintings, sculptures or work that is published to be appreciated for its beauty. Also, according to Socrates you don’t have to have expert level knowledge about certain subjects in order to use rhetoric correctly. I believe rhetoric is a very powerful form of …show more content…
It imitates the knowledge of justice to avoid pain and causes harm" (pg23-26) is how Socrates defines rhetoric. He don’t believe rhetoric is a art because it doesn’t require expert knowledge to be able to rhetoric correctly and accurately. He believe its more like a tool. Which is accurate because when someone uses a tool, they don’t use the same tool for every situation when there is a problem. My opinion of rhetoric to classify it as an art or tool is very difficult. I understand why Socrates would consider it as just being a tool. On the other hand I can see it being an art as well. Art is the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination. I say its an art because not everyone is good at being persuasive. People have to use skills and imagination or any other things to get someone to agree with you. There is some special features within a person that gives them the ability to persuade others in any way they choose