Euthyphro Vs Plato

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Plato and Deuteronomy Comparative Analysis Paper

According to Socrates in Euthyphro, the nature of piety seems to encompass more than just “pleasing the gods”. He argues that Euthyphro's definition of piety is not adequate because piety in Euthyphro’s view is when one does duties that are loved by the gods whether his comrades like it or not. In this case, Euthyphro is bringing charges against his own father. In Euthyphro, Socrates is having a discussion with Euthyphro about piety and impiety. Eventually, Socrates asks Euthyphro for the definition of piety. Euthyphro responds with his definition of piety and impiety: “Piety, then, is that which is dear to the gods, and impiety is that which is not dear to them.” Socrates does not approve

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