Πολιτεία, Τόμος 3

Name: Πολιτεία, Τόμος 3
Author: Plato

By Plato

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A philosophical dialogue constructs an ideal city to examine justice by outlining social roles, education, and institutions, then asks who should rule. It argues that governors must pursue enduring truth, love learning, disdain falsehood, and possess discipline, courage, memory, and aesthetic sensibility, and it proposes rigorous selection and training for guardians. The text distinguishes knowledge from opinion and develops a hierarchical account of eternal realities as the foundation for moral and political order, linking the city’s organization to the virtues of the soul and showing how education and character cultivate just governance.

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Plato

Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher, a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, whose works have profoundly influenced Western philosophy. He is best known for his dialogues, which explore various philosophical themes including ethics, politics, and metaphysics. Among his most notable works is the "Apology," which presents Socrates' defense during his trial. Plato founded the Academy in Athens, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world. His writings, characterized by their dialectical method and exploration of ideal forms, continue to be studied for their insights into human thought and society.