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Course Overview

We'll examine Plato's Dialogue Symposium, which is the account of a dinner party in honor of a poet, Agathon, receiving an award for one of his plays. The dinner party is held at Agathon's house, and is attended by several of his friends, and especially Socrates. Instead of drinking and being entertained, they decide to go around the room having each in turn give a speech on the topic of Love. What follows is a good overview of several paeans to Love, culminating in Socrates' speech. This dialogue offers much for reflection on the topic of Love, which has become quite popular over the last few generations, if not quite taken-for-granted. We will read from the actual dialogue Symposium. Inexpensive copies can be had at AbeBooks.com and at Amazon.com. 

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Type
In-Person Class
Days
W
Time
1:00PM to 2:30PM
Dates
Nov 06, 2024 to Nov 20, 2024
Schedule
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Contact Hours
4.5
Location
Delivery Options
In-person  
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $45.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 03, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 03, 2024
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Section Notes

We'll examine Plato's Dialogue Symposium, which is the account of a dinner party in honor of a poet, Agathon, receiving an award for one of his plays. The dinner party is held at Agathon's house, and is attended by several of his friends, and especially Socrates. Instead of drinking and being entertained, they decide to go around the room having each in turn give a speech on the topic of Love. What follows is a good overview of several paeans to Love, culminating in Socrates' speech. This dialogue offers much for reflection on the topic of Love, which has become quite popular over the last few generations, if not quite taken-for-granted. We will read from the actual dialogue Symposium. Inexpensive copies can be had at AbeBooks.com and at Amazon.com. 

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Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is no longer required for entry. Masks are recommended.

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This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment.

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