The Republic 3/16

Who are Cephalus and Polemarchus?

Cepahlus is Polemarchus' very rich father.

What is the Profession of Cephalus?

It doesn't say in the text what he does but it refers to him as a money-maker.

What was Cephalus doing right before the discussion that took place?

Cephalus was just making an offering in the courtyard

According to Cephalus, what are the virtues of old age?

Cephalus describes the virtues of old age to be letting go of your previous masters and desires(such as the sex drive) so that you can live your life peacefully.

What are Cephalus’ view of justice?

Cepalus thinks that justice is telling the truth and paying ones debts.

What is Socrates responce?

Socrates points out that if you borrowed a weapon from a friend and then he became homicidal it would not be just to return it.

II. Write a one paragraph responce to the following question:

Do you agree with Cephalus or with Socrates? Why? If you don't agree with either of them, write about which one you think makes the stronger arguement - even if you think it is not "right" - and why?

I agree more with Cephalus because his definition is more truthful than anything else. Despite the fact that Socrates can find loopholes with anything that anyone says, Cephalus still has a solid opinion. But if it were up to me to define ideal justice, it would be a system that prevents violence from occuring.