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The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers · Character

Crito of Alopece

A wealthy Athenian farmer and devoted friend of Socrates, whose practical generosity and unwavering loyalty made him a pillar of the philosopher's final days.

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First appearance: Crito

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Crito is alternatively named as the one who ransomed Phaedo at Socrates' request.
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In Phaedo: Crito is alternatively named as the one who ransomed Phaedo at Socrates' request.

Later, in Crito: An Athenian who greatly loved Socrates and provided for his needs; his sons were pupils of Socrates.

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  • Diverse Pre-Socratics, Sophists, and Later Philosophers
  • Major Philosophers and Biographers
  • Protagonist
  • Socratic Circle and Historian
  • Pre-Socratics and Skeptics

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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