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Sophrosyne: In Search of Moderation
FromContinuing the Conversation: a Great Books podcast by St. John’s College
Sophrosyne: In Search of Moderation
FromContinuing the Conversation: a Great Books podcast by St. John’s College
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Mar 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Sophrosyne is the ancient Greek word for moderation, which is one of the four classical virtues. But what does Socrates’ definition of moderation really mean and how is it connected to another classical virtue: courage? Santa Fe tutor Michael Golluber explores this question by juxtaposing Plato’s Charmides against his own passion for the good life, which he defines as consisting of good food, good wine, good company, and good conversation. Together with host Krishnan Venkatesh Golluber seeks to untangle the complexity of sophrosyne—a virtue that often masks a desire for order and control—revealing how difficult it is to both understand and attain.
Released:
Mar 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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