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The Legend Of Socrates And Xanthipee ( Lessons For Married People )

the story of socrates and his wife xanthippe, is less a straightforward love story in the romantic sense , and more a legendary , often tumultuous and certainly enduring partnership.

based on the writings of plato, xenophon , and other ancient sources , xanthippe is portrayed as a woman with a sharp tongue and a difficult temperament. she has become the archetypal shrewish wife in western culture.
on the other hand , socrates was known for his calm temperament , his commitment for philosophy , his simple lifestyle , and his tendency to engage anyone in intellectual debate, often neglecting his domestic responsibilities , and societal norms .

socrates seemed to possess a remarkable tolerance for xanthippe's behavior. he chose to marry her as a form of personal discipline. he might have believed that , if he could tolerate his wife's difficult nature , he could also face any hardship , or obstacle that life threw at him . whether his explanation was a way to rationalize his situation , a philosophical exercise or a genuine affection, socrates willingness to defend their marriage , is a notable point.


some interpretations suggest that xanthippe's frustration actually came from , her raising a family with a husband who prioritized intellectual pursuits over financial stability. her sharp tongue and difficult personality might have been a manifestation of this underlying resentment and worry.

where does love fit into this picture? it's certainly not the idealized , sentimental love we often imagine , but the relationship of socrates and xanthipee endured for many years , and they have children together. if this suggests anything , it suggests a strong bon between the two , however unconventional.
even the very act of their marriage and the subsequent birth of their 3 sons stands as a major level of commitment between the two.
one time , as socrates was leaving the house , xanthipee started pouring slops over his head, and his calm remark about rain following thunder is a memorable event that speaks volumes about their interactions.
while perhaps not special in positive sense , but these incidents were certainly significant moments in their shared life and became a part of the legend surrouding them.

at socrates trial and imprisonment , xanthipee's presence during this event was full of emotional distress . plato's phaedo depicts her with their young son, lamenting his impending death. socrates asks crito to have her taken home. her distress suggests a deep connection and loss, regardless of the daily challenges of their marriage.

finally , socrates last words , although indirectly involving xanthippe , are . crito we owe a cock to ascelpius, pay it and don't forget.
some thinkers argue that this offering to the god of healing could symbolize socrates view of death as a cure for the disease of life. and xanthippe , as his wife and the mother of his children , was undoubtedly a significant part of the life he is leaving behind.

in the end , it's important to note that the historical accounts are fragmented and often filtered through the perspectives of others. however , these glimpses suggest a relationship that was anything but ordinary and left a lasting mark on the story of socrates.
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