Reading The Scythian Or The Consul | Alexandria
Read The Scythian Or The Consul by Lucian. Defying social hierarchies, The Scythian reveals how a "barbarian" philosopher outsmarts sophisticated Athenians by proving wisdom transcends cultural labels. Lucian's satirical dialogue upends assumptions about civilization versus savagery, showing how outsider perspectives expose societal pretensions. Its message about questioning who defines "civilization" remains startlingly relevant.