Socrates drank the poison (hemlock) 💔 as part of his sentence for impiety and corrupting the youth of Athens. He was given the option to propose an alternative punishment, but he chose death, believing it was his duty to obey the laws of the city 🌟.
By accepting the poison, Socrates demonstrated his commitment to his principles and philosophy, making his death a powerful statement about standing by one's convictions 🧘♂️.
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