He believes it is the right thing to do
He was kept there pending his trial and execution.
Crito argues that Socrates should escape prison to avoid an unjust death, while Socrates believes it is his duty to accept his punishment as a citizen of Athens, even if he disagrees with it. Crito focuses on the practical consequences, while Socrates prioritizes principles of justice and the social contract.
Crito visited Socrates in prison to persuade him to escape, believing it was unjust for Socrates to be executed. Crito also wanted to help Socrates avoid the consequences of not escaping.
The dialog of Crito takes place in Socrates' prison cell in Athens, after he had been sentenced to death. Crito visits Socrates to persuade him to escape, but Socrates ultimately decides to accept his fate and remain in prison.
Socrates refers to the body as the "prison" in which the soul is confined. He believed that focusing on the physical world and material desires trapped the soul, preventing it from reaching its true potential. Socrates emphasized the importance of pursuing wisdom and virtue to free oneself from this "prison."
Socrates had many friends and followers, but two of his close friends were Crito and Phaedo. Crito was a wealthy Athenian who tried to help Socrates escape from prison, while Phaedo was one of Socrates' disciples present at his death.
Crito says to do what people think is right, but Socrates says you must do what you think is right.
Crito says to do what people think is right, but Socrates says you must do what you think is right.
Crito says to do what people think is right, but Socrates says you must do what you think is right.
he refused to escape from prison
Socrates should not escape prison because he believed in upholding the laws of the state, even if he disagreed with them. By accepting his sentence, he could demonstrate his commitment to philosophical principles and the pursuit of truth, even in the face of adversity.
In the beginning of the dialogue, Socrates seems calm and resigned to his fate, while Crito seems anxious and eager to help Socrates escape from prison.