Epigrams
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The Epigrams are a collection of elegiac couplets attributed to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. While their authenticity is debated, some scholars believe they offer a glimpse into Plato's personal affections. Epigrams are short, often witty, poems or sayings that express a single thought or observation. They are distinct from Plato's philosophical dialogues, which explored complex ideas through conversation. Plato's philosophical works are generally categorized into early (Socratic), middle, and late dialogues, with the Epigrams falling into a miscellaneous category.123
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