Socrates, Plato, Apology 30e
The source
"Be the gadfly." Socrates said it in Plato, Apology 30e. Translated by Benjamin Jowett, 1892.
"he is the gadfly who stirs the generous steed into motion"Benjamin Jowett, 1892, Plato, Apology 30e.
Who said it
Socrates (c. 470–399 BC). The Athenian who wrote nothing and questioned everyone. We know him through Plato.
Questions
- Who said "Be the gadfly."?
- Socrates (c. 470–399 BC). Source: Plato, Apology 30e.
- What is the original wording?
- he is the gadfly who stirs the generous steed into motion (Benjamin Jowett, 1892). Translated by Benjamin Jowett, 1892.
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