# Crito of Alopece — The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers character guide

> Crito of Alopece in The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers by Diogenes Laërtius.

**Role:** supporting

**First appearance:** 0027-crito

## Who they are

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.

## In the story

### [Phaedo](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lives_and_opinions_of_eminent_philosophers_se/chapters/phaedo)

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

### [Crito](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lives_and_opinions_of_eminent_philosophers_se/chapters/crito)

An Athenian who greatly loved Socrates and provided for his needs; his sons were pupils of Socrates.

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