Why does Socrates object when Euthyphro says piety is a kind…

Why does Socrates object when Euthyphro says piety is a kind of justice concerned with the care of the gods? Because justice has nothing to do with religion. Because the gods, being powerful, do not need human care. Because piety must be entirely private. Because justice can only apply in the courts.

Why does Socrates interpret the daimon’s silence during the…

Why does Socrates interpret the daimon’s silence during the trial as significant? He thinks it proves the jury was kind to him. He takes it as proof that his defense was just and his death not an evil. He believes the gods are indifferent to justice. He concludes he should escape immediately.