Ancient Philosophy 15 (1):17-43 (1995)
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Socrates' cross-examination of Callicles in the 'Gorgias' has traditionally been viewed as a paradigm of the Socratic method. I argue that, when he cross examines Callicles, Socrates behaves out of character. In fact, he acts like a Sophist and violates the very principles of persuasion that he advocates in the 'Gorgias'. I offer an explanation of Socrates' temporary transformation into a Sophist, and suggest that his role-reversal reinforces Plato's representation of Socrates as the model of the virtuous philosopher.
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| Keywords | Plato Socrates elenchos sophistry cross-examination Gorgias Callicles |
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| ISBN(s) | 0740-2007 |
| DOI | 10.5840/ancientphil199515134 |
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