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September 19, 2025Phronesis

The Incredible Vanishing Measure Doctrine (Theaetetus 170a3–171d8)

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JSJ. Clerk ShawKnoxville College

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Implication

This reading uncovers Socrates' concerns about rejection of the measure doctrine, indicating a deeper structural argument.

Key Points

  • Socrates' argument highlights a dilemma concerning belief in the measure doctrine, presenting a new perspective.
  • The analysis directly addresses common rejections of the measure doctrine, illustrating the support for Socrates' claims.
  • The proposed structure reveals a regress in the dilemma, emphasizing the complexity of appearance and reality.
  • A careful reading of Theaetetus shows how each part reinforces the overall argument regarding perception.

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J. Clerk Shaw (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d466b531b076d99fa6573fhttps://doi.org/10.1163/15685284-bja10114
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