I am sorry to confess that I haven’t read the Symposium. I like Plato, I have read and taught tons of Plato, and I have no excuse except guilt makes it hard to pick up the book (I even own it).
I should start a thread on Parents’ Cafe where we confess our reading lapses. Maybe JHS could start it as I am off for holiday travels. Happy holidays and good readings. Here is a gift for your holiday travels:
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