Socrates, prodded by the impatient and defiant Dan, gives the boy a series of tasks and lessons. The central concept of "Soc's" philosophy is this: that one must live entirely in the present moment. Other ideas include the related notion that at no time is "nothing going on" and the idea that an appropriate time exists for fighting and another for abstaining from violence.
Socrates, prompted by Dan's impatience and defiance, gives the boy various assignments and lessons. The fundamental principle of "Soc's" philosophy is to live entirely in the present moment. Other ideas include that there is always something happening and that certain times are reserved for fighting while others are for peace.