Νόμοι και Επινομίς, Τόμος Δ

Name: Νόμοι και Επινομίς, Τόμος Δ
Author: Plato

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A pair of philosophical dialogues sets out a lawgiver's deliberations about justice, human passions, and the structure of legal penalties. The speakers analyze how impulses such as rage, fear, and desire, together with different forms of ignorance, lead to wrongdoing, and they propose legal classifications for errors and crimes while distinguishing accidental from intentional homicide. Recommended measures include graduated sanctions, ritual purification, and mitigations for offenders impaired by age, illness, or compulsion, alongside rules for adjudication. Practical prescriptions combine moral psychology, civic education, and procedural detail to govern individual conduct and maintain public order.

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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.