Opening Crito — Plato in Plato Scroll…
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Plato · David Horan
Why have you arrived at this hour, Crito? Isn't it still early? It certainly is. What time is it, then? Just before dawn. I am surprised the prison guard was willing to answer the door for you. He knows me well at this stage, Socrates, because I visit the place so often and, what's more, I have done him a favour. Did you arrive just now, or some time ago? Quite some time ago. Then why didn't you wake me immediately instead of sitting there in silence? No, by Zeus, I wouldn't do that. I only wish I were not so sleepless and so troubled myself, but I am also amazed at you when I notice how sweetly you sleep, and I deliberately refrained from waking you so that you might pass the time as pleasantly as possible. And on many previous occasions, all through your life, I have noted your happy disposition, especially now that I see how easily and calmly you are bearing this present misfortune. …
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