The Trial of Socrates

Socrates, one of the most influential philosophers in history, is remembered not only for his profound ideas and teachings but also for the dramatic circumstances surrounding his trial and death. His execution in 399 BC marked a turning point in Western philosophy and has been a source of inspiration and debate for centuries. Socrates’ trial, as recorded by his students Plato and Xenophon, highlights the tension between an individual’s pursuit of truth and the demands of society.