Abstract

Basing on the characterization of exáiphnes in Parm., 156 c 8-157 b 3, as well as of the relationship between téchne and nómos in Polit. 294 a 6-299 e, an integration of Plato’s philosophy into the contemporary discourse concerning improvisation is attempted. Special attention is given also to the description of Socrates’ midwifery, since by means of Plato’s description Socrates’ activity can be perceived as quintessence of a practice which, like improvisation, without any predetermination, while concretely proceeding invents the norm consonant with each singular situation of ist proceeding.