The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers · Character
Cebes of Thebes
Theban philosopher and companion of Socrates, remembered for dialogues on death, pleasure, and justice that made him a quiet force in the Socratic circle.
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Theban philosopher, author of three dialogues.
Cebes of Thebes first appears in 0031 cebes.
In Cebes: Theban philosopher, author of three dialogues.
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