https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/protagoras--7031793enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3632aafc07bde8f0670f9c0b92399f65.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/protagoras--7031793Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:58:17 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Greek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgJowett, in his always informative introduction, sees this dialogue as transitional between the early and middle dialogues. Socrates meets with Protagoras and other sophists and pursues his inquiry into virtue. The dialectic brings the thinkers to a...false5c73a3e2-4f57-5fda-bde0-2a4d2f0d8d68episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-plumptre-translation-sophocles--74471858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74471858Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Antigone," translated by Plumptre, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores the conflict between individual conscience and state law. This powerful narrative centers on Antigone's defiance of King Creon as she seeks to honor her deceased...4760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homeric-hymns-epigrams-and-the-battle-of-frogs-and-mice-homer--74425631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425631Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:26 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Discover the timeless beauty and rich tapestry of ancient Greek literature in "Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice." This collection showcases the poetic genius of Homer, featuring hymns that honor the gods, poignant epigrams,...11231falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-interpretation-aristotle--74345759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74345759Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:58 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"On Interpretation" by Aristotle delves into the fundamental concepts of language, meaning, and how we understand the world through words. This profound work explores the relationship between spoken and written language, emphasizing the importance of...4240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meno-plato-platon--74290054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74290054Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:37 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Meno by Plato explores the nature of virtue and knowledge through a dialogue between Socrates and Meno, probing deep philosophical questions about whether virtue can be taught or is an inherent quality. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect...8682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--74173676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173676Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius" offers profound insights into Stoic philosophy, reflecting the personal thoughts and reflections of one of history's most respected leaders. This work serves as a guide to...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--74113988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113988Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:01 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Alcestis, a powerful work by Euripides, explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers on Alcestis, who willingly offers her life for her husband, highlighting the profound depths of devotion and the...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anabasis-xenophon--74065832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74065832Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:18 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Anabasis-Xenophon" is a profound account of Xenophon's journey with the Greek mercenaries as they navigate the challenges of survival and leadership in a foreign land. This timeless narrative explores themes of resilience, camaraderie, and the quest...32712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-storr-translation-sophocles--74011474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74011474Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:26 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Sophocles' "Electra," in the Storr translation, presents a gripping exploration of vengeance, loyalty, and the complexities of familial relationships. This timeless tragedy delves into the emotional turmoil faced by Electra as she navigates her grief...5338falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peace-aristophanes--73955426https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73955426Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:44 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Peace-Aristophanes" is a compelling exploration of the quest for harmony in a world often torn by conflict and discord. Through the lens of Aristophanes' sharp wit and keen observations, this work delves into the universal desire for peace and the...6155falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--73896510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73896510Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:24 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Gorgias," translated by Benjamin Jowett, presents a profound exploration of rhetoric, ethics, and the nature of human persuasion through a dialogue featuring Socratic questioning. This work delves into the moral implications of rhetoric and the...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/of-the-shortness-of-life-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73783703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783703Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:21 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Of the Shortness of Life" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca explores the fleeting nature of time and the importance of living a meaningful life. Seneca argues that many people squander their time on trivial pursuits, failing to recognize the value of each...3859falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--73747776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747776Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:40 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Satires-Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis" is a profound exploration of Roman society through the sharp wit and keen observations of the poet Juvenal. This collection of satirical verses critiques the moral decay, social injustices, and the absurdities of...19094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philoctetes-campbell-translation-sophocles--73718860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718860Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Philoctetes," translated by Campbell, is a profound work by Sophocles that delves into themes of suffering, betrayal, and the quest for redemption. The story centers on Philoctetes, a warrior abandoned due to a festering wound, who grapples with his...5268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesser-hippias-plato-platon--73696159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696159Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Lesser Hippias by Plato is a thought-provoking dialogue that explores the nature of beauty and the concept of knowledge through the character of Hippias, a Sophist who claims to possess wisdom. This work delves into the complexities of human...4104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-titus-maccius-plautus--73671887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671887Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:02:44 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Pseudolus or, The Cheat" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a timeless comedic exploration of deception and cleverness, showcasing the antics of a cunning slave who devises a plan to outsmart his master's adversaries. This play delves into themes of...7951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-virgil--73647231https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647231Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:34:44 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Georgics" by Virgil is a profound exploration of agriculture, nature, and the human condition, blending practical farming advice with poetic reflection. This timeless work captures the essence of rural life, emphasizing the relationship between...10304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-storr-translation-sophocles--73611187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73611187Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:08:19 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Sophocles' "Electra," in the Storr translation, delves into the themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. This timeless tragedy explores the intense emotions of a daughter seeking retribution for her father's murder,...5338falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/critias-plato-platon--73291843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291843Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:47:15 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Critias" by Plato presents a philosophical exploration of the legendary lost civilization of Atlantis, delving into themes of ideal societies and moral governance. This dialogue, attributed to one of Socrates' contemporaries, reflects on the nature...3993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--71997005https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71997005Wed, 13 May 2026 22:36:09 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Jowett, in his always informative introduction, sees this dialogue as transitional between the early and middle dialogues. Socrates meets with Protagoras and other sophists and pursues his inquiry into virtue. The dialectic brings the thinkers to a...11732antiquity,classics,dialogue,greek,latin,plato,protagoras,socrates,sophists,transitionalfalsefull