•The chief clerk stepped to the center of the raised area. He opened a scroll and read, “‘It is so sworn on this day, in the name of the great god of Athinai: Socrates is a public offender in that he does not recognize the gods recognized by the state of Athinai, but introduces new demoniacal beings. He has also offended by corrupting the youth of Athinai.’ The charge is brought by Anytus, Meletus, Lycon, and Phormio.”