PewDiePie's Literature Club discussion

Hey guys, I am aware that it's quite quiet on this front these days but I wanted to see if anyone managed to give it a read and what they thought about it!

I'm about 60% done with it, and I'll say it's not my favorite read, but there are gems throughout and I appreciate its historical significance. Tbh I'm not a big fan of the "socratic dialogue" since it feels like a never-ending discussion, and I struggle at times to follow the logic used in Socrates' arguments, which seem to me a bit idealistic. Still, I've enjoyed the exercise of getting to the root of certain virtues, namely wisdom, courage, moderation, justice, and goodness. A point I also agree with is the notion that education for the young is critical in instilling these virtues, something lacking in today's society. Anyways, looking forward to a strong conclusion!

Luis wrote: "I'm about 60% done with it, and I'll say it's not my favorite read, but there are gems throughout and I appreciate its historical significance. Tbh I'm not a big fan of the "socratic dialogue" sinc..."

What did you think about it in comparison to last month's book (Epictetus), a stoic take vs the socratic take?

Icke wrote: "Luis wrote: "I'm about 60% done with it, and I'll say it's not my favorite read, but there are gems throughout and I appreciate its historical significance. Tbh I'm not a big fan of the "socratic d..."

I definitely enjoyed reading Epictetus more! It felt more relatable; in fact, I find myself often recalling some of what I read in the Discourses, namely that we naturally have within us the virtue of fortitude and the many faculties needed to deal with any misfortune that comes our way, so why be anxious? And that externals, i.e., things outside of the control of our will, are not our problem, reminding me also of what the Buddha teaches about nonclinging. How did you like the readings?

Luis wrote: "Icke wrote: "Luis wrote: "I'm about 60% done with it, and I'll say it's not my favorite read, but there are gems throughout and I appreciate its historical significance. Tbh I'm not a big fan of th..."

Hey Luis, apologies for getting back to you so late.

I'll be honest, I have been quite out of it, this month. I have not had any drive to read this month, so I cannot really comment on the writings of Plato, unfortunately.

I really enjoyed reading your comment and I do agree when reading Stoicism and Zen Buddhism, there's a lot of parallels that I draw across the two. It's very fascinating how a way of life, originating from opposite sides of the world and at different timelines can be so harmonious with one another.