Theaetetus (dialogue)

Theaetetus is a philosophical dialogue by Plato that explores the nature of knowledge. Socrates and Theaetetus discuss whether knowledge is simply perception, true belief, or something else. They critically examine different ideas and definitions, highlighting the complexity of understanding what it means to "know." The dialogue underscores that defining knowledge is challenging and invites deeper reflection on how we acquire and justify what we believe. Overall, it encourages a thoughtful investigation of one of philosophy's fundamental questions—what does it truly mean to know something?