“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
“Clitophon is characterized as someone unprepared to take ownership of his own beliefs. As such, genuine Socratic elenchus and genuine aporia are beyond him.” Cambridge University Press & Assessment Philosophy and "Scientific" Tyranny in Plato's Clitophon Plato: Clitophon
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