Θεαίτητος

In this classic Platonic dialogue, Socrates engages a bright young mathematician named Theaetetus in a probing conversation about the nature of knowledge. The discussion moves from the simple idea that knowledge is merely true belief, through examinations of perception and the role of measurement, to more subtle questions about justification. Set against the backdrop of Athens’ intellectual life, the exchange illustrates Plato’s method of drawing out ideas by relentless questioning.

The conversation is colored by the characteristic Platonic irony and wit, offering moments of humor even as serious issues are explored. Listeners will hear references to related works such as the Sophist and the Statesman, which enrich the context without requiring prior familiarity. The dialogue’s clear structure and vivid language make it an inviting introduction to ancient epistemology and the enduring question of what it means to truly know something.