Plato- “According to Plato, man is a dual creature. We have a body that ‘flows’, is inseparably bound to the world of senses, and is subject to the same fate as everything else in this world– a soap bubble, for example. All our sense are based in the body and are consequently unreliable. But we also have an immortal soul– and this soul is the realm of reason and not being physical, this soul can survey the world of ideas… […]
>Plato’s story The Allegory of the Cave is an influential and pivotal philosophic text that created such a lasting affect that it is still taught in classrooms to this day. One of the primary reasons for this to be so monumental is that Plato addresses a wide variety of philosophical topics in this one work like Metaphysics, ethics, epistemology and many more. The story of teaching of The Allegory of the Cave has been looked at, debated, and taught around […]
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Plato and Aristotle were Greek philosophers who lived between 428-347BC and 384-322BC respectively. They were legends who looked at life differently. Aristotle was a student of Plato and Plato was a student to Socrates. Plato’s main subscription on Knowledge was that we get to learn from someone who is wise because knowledge is not accessible to all equally (prenatal knowledge). Aristotle held to the belief that we can learn all that we need by observing the world around us (induction). […]
Plato was a philosopher in Greece and was born between 429 and 423 BC and died in 347 BC at approximately the age of 81. Plato founded the Academy in Athens which was a institution of learning. At about 380 BC Plato wrote the Republic about concerning justice and it was one of Plato’s best works. Aristotle was another Greek philosopher who was born in 384 BC and died in 322 BC. Aristotle was in Plato’s academy being taught by […]
The way Plato the Republic and Machiavelli viewed leaders are similar The Prince and The Republic are books that are written in description of their authors. They explain what is expected of men in their lives. Both of the authors share major ideas, but there are also differences between the two. In The Prince and The Republic, telling the truth was not recommended. Plato and Machiavelli treat the revolutionary leader in the same vein, essentially prescribing different leaders through the […]
When completed studying the excerpts of the Matrix, Plato’s “The Allegory of the Cave”, and Descartes Meditation I, I recognized various connections as well as variety. All readings challenge the idea of reality; if their reality is being managed, and which reality they are existing in. In all these narratives the characters were doubtful of whether reality truly exists or doesn’t exist. The characters in each excerpt aspired to part away from the impression they understood as reality and to […]
According to the University of Florida, In a broad sense, philosophy is an activity people undertake when they seek to understand fundamental truths about themselves, the world in which they live, and their relationships to the world and to each other. (FSU, Department of Philosophy). It is defined as the love of wisdom. In simpler words, it is the way that a person may think about the world or universe (spirit, and mind), and what it is made up of […]
When he is approaching nearer to being and his eye is turned towards more real existence, he has a clearer vision (Plato, 2). Plato’s Allegory of the Cave can be interpreted in many different ways. It can be used to describe a variety of governments and its influence on the people, yet it can also be used in a religious sense as well. Even though Plato is writing from a non-Christian point of view, the Allegory of the Cave still […]
Bernard Mullu Narokobi was a Papua New Guinean politician, jurist and philosopher. He was also an intellectual writer who has since 1970s has written and published books, plays, poems and many articles touching different aspects (economic, politics, leadership, law, traditions ways of Melanesians, foreign influences and many more). Among his literary works is The Melanesian Wisdom which contains a collection of his essays which were written before Papua New Guinea was liberated from being under Australian rule in 1975. Essays […]
Suicide in Aquinas’s Summa Theologiae Throughout time, the examination of suicide’s morality has concerned all humans. While some attribute their belief of suicide’s validity to religious texts and others base judgment on their own reasoning, it is evident that there is lack of common agreement on this topic. In Aquinas’ Summa Theologiae, Aquinas argues that it is unlawful to commit suicide because every individual is a member of a community which he would harm by ending his life. This argument […]
In Machiavelli’s writing, it gives the reader a window to see into what he perceives as virtue. He was a philosopher who believed in the ideals of an authoritative figure being there to guide, or uphold his followers similar as a pillar, with respect and leadership. Although, Machiavelli’s theory is quite different, and in some way contradicts, from other philosophers, it is still respected and at times, proven by people of high authority. Machiavelli was influenced by philosophers, such as […]
He had written an entire book about his problems with the divine command theory a dialogue called the Euthyphro, the dialogue is set outside a court house with Socrates preparing to defend himself against charges that will lead to his death and he was accused of corrupting the youth of Athens and not having the right kinds of beliefs about the Gods. The Euthyphro Dilemma is 1. What is morally good good/moral because it was commanded by God or 2. […]
Compare and contrast The Matrix with the reading from Plato and Descartes. What are some similarities and differences? In comparing the Matrix and reading from Plato and Descartes one thing that they all have in common is that they try to figure out the truth in what they see. In the Matrix Neo comes to the reality that what he had believe his whole life about the world he live in was a big lie. And in Plato excerpt from […]
Philosophy of Self In studying the topic of individualism and self-identity, we must ask ourselves which of the philosophies of self are most relevant today? After reading and analyzing the short story, The Masque of the Red Death I became fascinated with the human condition. Thanks to the insight and supporting nature of my English teacher I found a new passion for learning about philosophy. In order to encompass this message, I found a quote by the great Manly P. […]
Twenty-four centuries ago, Plato, one of history’s most famous philosophers, compared the life of individuals solely having opinions and no actual knowledge. In Allegory of the Cave, there are three prisoners tied to a rock that can only look at a stone wall. Behind them is a fire that casts shadows of figures moving onto that stone wall. One day, one of the prisoners escapes and explores outside of the cave. This leads him to new experiences which formulate a […]
On the internet you can find many things, and if it is used correctly, many of them can expand our knowledge. In the Allegory of the Cave, when talking about the Sun, it represents the absolute truth. This may be about the possibility of an Internet of the mind, a worldwide network of connected brains in which they could download and exchange emotions. This has been happening for a long time through music, movies or any good play. Any of […]
The assigned quotation comes from Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. It is a famous passage from the beginning of Book 7 called The Republic. Plato was born and lived in Athens, Greece around the time period of 427-347 BC. Plato was a very well-educated and influential philosopher. He was a student of Socrates and a teacher of Aristotle who believed in absolutes. Plato felt that knowledge of archetype, especially The Good, can only be attained through the use of reason- […]
To someone in modern society who does not study philosophy, the name Socrates is synonymous with the image of a well-known philosopher. Some will recognize him as a significant figure and contributor to ancient Greece’s reputation as a cornerstone of philosophy. There are also many who disagree with his views, whether that be in his time, in ours, or in between. It’s what ultimately resulted in his sentencing and execution (Plato 40). Were his actions during life meaningful enough to […]
Through the ages there have been many great philosophers. Socrates, one of these, is known and respected throughout history. Socrates was born in Athens in 470 BCE, and he dedicated his life to teaching. He never wrote a book, but his teachings were passed on through his student’s writings. He was sentenced to drink hemlock, a poison that killed him in 399 BCE, because his ideas were considered to corrupt the youth of his time (Haber). Although he did not […]
My Utopia An ideal society is the one where all the people are working towards a common objective that revolves around survival and continuation of the society. It also involves ensuring that there is smooth flow of activities especially the basic requirements for survival of the human being. The secondary requirement to ensure comfort of utopia are also factored as depicted by Plato. A number of philosophers have attempted to explain the different ways constituting to an ideal society. They […]
Written in 380 BC, The Republic became one of Plato’s most well known works which includes his Socratic dialogue The Allegory of the Cave in which he heavily critiques education and democracy. This assessment will first unravel the historical context of the Republic and the Allegory of the Cave. After providing analysis of the passage, the assessment will continue to explain the document’s long term influence on Western Civilization with evidence from various texts. Conclusively, this assessment will provide context, […]
The true definition of Justice in the eyes of a philosopher has been in question for many many years. The meaning of Justice has been interpreted in many different ways by these philosophers and the interpretation depends on the perspective or point of view by the person themselves. The true definition or literal definition of Justice is behaving based on what is morally right and morally fair, but many discussions upon what it truly means took place throughout history by […]
The unexamined life is not worth living for the human being. These words, spoken by one of the most influential men to ever live, have resounded throughout millennia as the basis for all philosophical thought. Socrates’ life played a major role in human history as it has influenced everyone from Plato, to Aristotle, and even Alexander the Great, showing its importance for us as humans living in an ever-changing world. The life of Socrates fluctuated and evolved constantly, as his […]
Plato, The Last Days of Socrates provides a useful insight into the philosophy and mind of Socrates. Plato showcases such philosophies in four dialogues in which Socrates is held on trial for heresy around 403 B.C. The trial serves as an opportunity for Plato to put Socrates’s philosophies on display, mainly on the responsibility of the individual’s personal responsibility for their actions, how they affect the community at hand, and to encourage critical thinking to better understand the world around […]
Socrates was known as the father of western philosophy. His new ways of thinking had brought a revolutionary change in ancient Greece; His studies had transformed people view of philosophy. Socrates radical ways of thinking had made him both popular and unpopular among the citizens of Athens. After his death, philosophers debated if Socrates theory were ever the act of a wise man spreading logic and reason or was he a madman spreading false wisdom. According to the article Twilight […]
Throughout history there have been people who questioned the world’s functioning and the society that lives within that world to try and figure out a theory that can answer those questions. There are individuals who spend their life working to discover such answers using by their intelligence, common sense, and the material of other’s ideas. These individuals are known as philosophers. One of the most well-known philosophers in history is Socrates. Socrates was not one to document his teachings. The […]
Socrates was a very influential philosopher who would often be found surrounded by his students debating various topics. His primary concerns were with ethics, justice, and politics. These, as well as others, would often be discussed with those who were around him. Although most other instructors would charge fees for these interactions, Socrates refused to accept payment for his teachings. One of his most notable students was Plato, who wrote down many of Socrates’ ideas. A great many of these […]
In 399 B.C.E., a tragedy befell the ancient world: the great philosopher Socrates was executed and convicted. Despite his renown in the modern world, ancient Athens viewed him as a threat and convicted him of injustice and corruption of the youth(4). There are many reasons cited for the trial and execution of Socrates, but in the end, it came down to three main reasons. The evidence suggests that Socrates was sentenced execution for his arrogant behavior, for corrupting the youth […]
Imagine only knowing life inside of a dark cave, your body chained, and only being able to see shadows in front of you. What you interpret of these shadows is the only reality you ever get to experience. Can you imagine living like this? Maybe, not physically to this extreme, but during our childhood we live in the darkness. We are kept away from the reality of most of life’s challenges, from our parents. It is not until we start […]
Abstract To conceive the ideal city and individual, we would need to have the ideal education. Education gives us a knowledge of the world around us and changes it into something better. It develops in us a perspective of looking at life. It helps us build opinions and have points of view on things in life. The current education faces a lot of challenges and we would not be well-balanced individuals without an ideal education. Therefore, having a proper education […]
