What are two examples of Socratic irony in the Phaedo?

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2026-05-09 00:50

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  1. In the Phaedo, Socratic irony is shown when Socrates pretends he does not know what Cebes and Simmias are asking, even though he does. This prompts them to engage in deeper discussion to fully understand the topic at hand.

  2. Another example is when Socrates claims to be ignorant of the true nature of the soul in order to encourage his interlocutors to explore the subject further and arrive at their own understanding through critical thinking and dialogue.

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