Crito

Main Characters and Their Development

• Socrates - the main character of the dialogue, a philosopher who is in prison awaiting execution. In the dialogue with Crito, he defends his principles and beliefs, demonstrating steadfastness and loyalty to his ideals. Socrates examines questions of justice, legality, and moral duty, rejecting Crito's proposal to escape from prison.
• Crito - a friend and disciple of Socrates, who visits him in prison with a proposal to arrange an escape. Crito represents a more practical and emotional viewpoint, concerned about Socrates' fate and reputation. Throughout the dialogue, he tries to convince Socrates of the necessity of escape, but ultimately acknowledges the validity of Socrates' philosophical arguments.