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Symposium was written around 384 BC, and many would regard it as Plato's finest dialogue, from an artistic point of view, and the most enjoyable to read or listen to. There are many reasons for this, including the keyhole glimpse it gives us of Athenian society; the role played in the dialogue by Socrates; the description of what has come to be known as Platonic love; and the characterization of the speakers.
The Cast:
David Shaw-Parker as Socrates
Tim Bentinck as Apollodorus/Alcibiades
Andrew Branch as Aristodemus
Daniel Flynn as Agathon
Gordon Griffin as Pausanias/Friend
Hayward Morse as Phaedrus
Christopher Scott as Eryximachus/Servant
Susan Sheridan as Diotima
David Timson as Aristophanes
Daniel Flynn as Presenter
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading Plato's "Symposium." Initially, I anticipated that the book would be quite challenging to navigate, given its historical context, but I was pleasantly surprised by its engaging and accessible nature. My edition of the book came equipped with insightful notes that greatly aided my understanding and made the reading experience all the more enriching.Unexpectedly, I discovered that the text had a open exploration of same-sex love. This added a fascinating layer to the narrative and expanded the scope of the themes being discussed. The highlight for me was the concluding segment, where Alcibiades, drunk, expresses his emotions for Socrates, who seems to have placed him in the "friendzone." This scene was hilarious, adding a humanizing touch to the philosophical discussions.Upon reflection, one of the central takeaways from the book is the varied perspectives on love. While some viewpoints emphasize romantic relationships, particularly between individuals of the same gender, the underlying essence of love emerges as a profound connection with knowledge. It becomes evident that the true essence of love aligns with a passion for wisdom and intellectual exploration, essentially synonymous with the love of philosophy.