Symposium

What if the truest measure of a man was revealed not in silence-but in celebration? Symposium by Xenophon offers a unique and illuminating view of Socrates-not as the somber philosopher of the courtroom, but as a witty, wise guest at a festive Athenian dinner party. In this dialogue, Socrates joins a group of prominent citizens who take turns giving speeches in praise of their personal virtues and ideals. What unfolds is a tapestry of ancient values, individual pride, gentle satire, and ultimate