Euthyphro by Plato

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from Plato's Euthyphro, focusing on themes of piety, impiety, and philosophical inquiry.

Euthyphro

A dialogue by Plato discussing the nature of piety and impiety.

Piety

What is loved by the gods; actions or behaviors considered morally right by divine standards.

Impiety

What is hated by the gods; actions or behaviors considered morally wrong by divine standards.

Meletos

The young man who indicts Socrates for corrupting the youth and impiety.

Public Indictment

A formal accusation made against someone by the state or another party in a court system.

Divine Sign

A sign or message from the gods interpreted by individuals, especially used by Socrates.

Deme

An administrative division of ancient Athens, similar to a township.

Holiness

The quality or state of being holy; relating to or derived from a sacred or divine nature.

Socrates

The main character in the dialogue, known for his questioning method and philosophical views.

Euthyphro's Dilemma

The question of whether what is pious is beloved by the gods because it is pious, or is it pious because it is beloved by the gods?

Attending to the Gods

The act of serving or worshiping the gods through rituals, prayers, and sacrifices.

Prosecution

The act of bringing a legal case against someone in a court of law.

Creative Commons License

A public copyright license that enables the free distribution of an otherwise copyrighted work.

Athenians

People from Athens, known for their contributions to democracy, philosophy, and the arts.

Sacrifice

A ritual offering made to a deity, often involving the killing of an animal or the giving of goods.

Justice

The quality of being fair and reasonable; the administration of the law or authority in maintaining this principle.