Clitophon — Plato:

A notable and distinctive feature of the dialogue is its puzzling ending , where Socrates remains completely silent after being sharply criticized by Clitophon. This silence is unique in the Platonic corpus and has led to several fascinating interpretations. Key Aspects of the Dialogue

“Socrates remains silent at the conclusion of the dialogue would therefore exemplify the principle that it is not for the just to harm anyone.” PhilArchive Plato: Clitophon

: It explores the idea that if injustice is involuntary (born of ignorance), it can be corrected through dialogue rather than force, offering a hopeful but challenging vision for political communities. Perspectives on the "Riddle" A notable and distinctive feature of the dialogue