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Rather than conforming to society, Socrates voiced his rather unpopular opinions to the public, some of which were heretical or deemed obscene by the Athenian government. Socrates had praised the Spartans-Athens' arch-rival-on numerous occasions, both directly and indirectly, and publicly criticized the current political, social, and moral atmospheres at the time. Both of these actions were considered dangerous by the politicians, especially since there was social unrest and instability during Socrates' criticisms.
Instead of leaving him be, the Athenian government put him on trial for heresy and treason. Refusing to flee, Socrates awaited his trial. In the end, he was sentenced to death via poison. Socrates then drank a vial of poison and waited until it reached his bloodstream, numbing his body. The poison finally reached his heart, sending him into cardiac arrest and killing him almost immediately.
In short, Socrates was sentenced to death for heresy, treason, and the corruption of youth.
According to Robin Waterfield in Why Socrates Died: Dispelling the Myths, Socrates played as a voluntary scapegoat for the misfortunes Athens was facing.
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Why did Athenians put Socrates to death?
They were angry when Socrates called himself a benefactor.
Why did the Athenians put Socrates to death?
They were angry when Socrates called himself a benefactor.
When was Socrates executed by the Athenians?
Socrates died by poison in 399 BC after being sentenced to death. The exact date is unknown.
Why were the Athenians so threatened by Socrates teachings?
Very short answer. He didn't believe in the gods and he was sentenced to death for his beliefs.
Why was Socrates considered a 'gadfly'?
Plato described Socrates as the "gadfly" of the state because just like the gadfly stung horses into action, Socrates had "stung" various Athenians into unrest. In the end, he was sentenced to death for his controversial provocations.
Why did Athenians put Socrates to death?
They were angry when Socrates called himself a benefactor.
Why did the Athenians put Socrates to death?
They were angry when Socrates called himself a benefactor.
When was Socrates executed by the Athenians?
Socrates died by poison in 399 BC after being sentenced to death. The exact date is unknown.
Why were the Athenians so threatened by Socrates teachings?
Very short answer. He didn't believe in the gods and he was sentenced to death for his beliefs.
Why was Socrates considered a 'gadfly'?
Plato described Socrates as the "gadfly" of the state because just like the gadfly stung horses into action, Socrates had "stung" various Athenians into unrest. In the end, he was sentenced to death for his controversial provocations.
What are Example's of syllogism from the Greeks?
Athenians are Greeks. Socrates is an Athenian. Therefore, Socrates is Greek
What was the socrates accused of teaching young athenians?
to rebel
Was socrates executed?
Yes, Socrates was executed by the Athenians after being accused of disrupting the minds of youthful people :P
What played a major role in shaping the peace prosperity and culture that defined the Athenians golden age?
Socrates
What did Socrates want the Athenians to do?
he wanted them to follow rules made by the goverment
Why did the athenians vote as they did on the case against socrates?
Their government was messed up
Why was socrates punished?
He was against the political climate of Greece and was sentenced to death. Athenians became unstable after the Sparta defeat. As a result the society clung to past glories, wealth, and beauty. Socrates attacked these things and insisted the mind was of greater importance.
