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As Jowett relates in his brilliant introduction, 95% of Plato's writing is certain and his reputation rests soundly on this foundation. The Alcibiades 1 appears to be a short work by Plato with only two characters: Socrates and Alcibiades. This dialogue has little dramatic verisimilitude but centres on the question of what knowledge one needs for political life. Like the early dialogues, the question is on whether the virtues needed by a statesman can be taught, on the importance of self-knowledge as a starting point for any leader. While this may be only partially the work of Plato, or even ...

Alcibiades I is a philosophical dialogue attributed to Plato, though some scholars debate its authenticity. The dialogue is set as a conversation between Socrates and Alcibiades, the ambitious Athenian politician and general. Socrates engages Alcibiades in a deep discussion about the nature of wisdom, self-knowledge, and leadership, ultimately challenging Alcibiades' confidence in his own abilities. Socrates argues that true knowledge, particularly self-knowledge, is essential for ruling justly and effectively. He points out Alcibiades’ ignorance, revealing that without understanding justice...

As Jowett relates in his brilliant introduction, 95% of Plato's writing is certain and his reputation rests soundly on this foundation. The Alcibiades 1 appears to be a short work by Plato with only two characters: Socrates and Alcibiades. This dialogue has little dramatic verisimilitude but centres on the question of what knowledge one needs for political life. Like the early dialogues, the question is on whether the virtues needed by a statesman can be taught, on the importance of self-knowledge as a starting point for any leader. While this may be only partially the work of Plato, or even ...