Question

Who was condemned to death in 399BC for corrupting the Youth of Athens?

Answer 1

In 399BC, the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was condemned to death for corrupting the youth of Athens. He was found guilty of impiety and corrupting the minds of young people, and was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock. His trial and death are seen as a major turning point in the development of Western philosophy.

Answer 2

The philosopher Socrates was condemned to death in 399BC. He was accused of corrupting the youth of Athens and not believing in the gods of the city. Socrates was forced to drink hemlock as his punishment.