The Death of Socrates (French: La Mort de Socrate) is an oil on canvas painted by French painter Jacques-Louis David in 1787. The painting was part of the neoclassical style, popular in the …

Feb 8, 2024 · Despite his spirited defense against charges of impiety and corrupting the youth, Socrates was sentenced to death by poisoning in 399 B.C.E. by a jury of his Athenian peers. …

Aug 4, 2022 · The Death of Socrates (1787) by Jacques-Louis David is a poignant and impassioned portrayal of the handing over of Socrates’ poison while sitting on – quite literally – …

While some believe Asclepius, the Greek god of curing illness bestowed upon him the freedom or cure from an obsolete body in the form of death, others are of the opinion that Socrates …

Socrates, in 399, is put on trial for corrupting the youth of Athens and for disrespecting the gods of Athens. He’s found guilty and offered a choice. He could renounce his beliefs, or he could die …

Oct 23, 2023 · After a trial brought on by sensational charges of corrupting the youth and religious impiety, Socrates is sentenced to death by the Athenian dikasts — a random jury of peers. His …

Jul 24, 2019 · In 399 BCE Socrates was charged with impiety by Meletus the poet, Anytus the tanner, and Lycon the orator who sought the death penalty in the case. The accusation read: …

Socrates's death to many is as important as the death of Jesus Christ. This article examines the reasons for the Athenians' execution of the great philosopher. It will discuss why he was …

May 5, 2022 · Jacques Louis David’s The Death of Socrates (1787) is one of the most important paintings in The Met collection. It is a permanent fixture in the European paintings galleries; …

Socrates was sentenced to death for immorality and corrupting the city’s youth. Nonetheless, he was immortalized by his students and continues to be today. Contents show. Early Life . …