Plato

Laches (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Courage and Wisdom in Ancient Greek Philosophy

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Plato's 'Laches' is a thought-provoking dialogue that explores the nature of courage and the importance of knowledge in virtuous action. Written in Plato's renowned Socratic style, the text presents a series of discussions between Socrates and various interlocutors, delving into the complexities of ethical decision-making. The literary context of 'Laches' lies within Plato's body of work known as the Socratic dialogues, which are characterized by their philosophical inquiries and examination of moral principles. Through engaging dialogue and critical inquiry, Plato challenges readers to consider the interplay between courage and wisdom in the pursuit of excellence. Plato, a prominent philosopher in ancient Greece, was deeply interested in ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics. His dialogues, such as 'Laches,' reflect his dedication to seeking truth and understanding the nature of reality. It is believed that Plato's own encounters with the intellectual climate of his time and his mentorship under Socrates influenced the themes explored in his writings. I highly recommend 'Laches' to readers interested in philosophical inquiries and ethical discussions. Plato's compelling arguments and insightful observations make this text a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of courage, knowledge, and moral virtue.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 120
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664148223
• Artikelnr.: 58500156

Autorenporträt

Plato (c.428 to c.347 bc) was an Athenian philosopher during the Classical period in Ancient Greece, founder of the Platonist school of thought, and the Academy, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. He is widely considered the pivotal figure in the history of Ancient Greek and Western philosophy, along with his teacher, Socrates, and his most famous student, Aristotle. Plato was the innovator of the written dialogue and dialectic forms in philosophy. Plato is also considered the founder of Western political philosophy. His most famous contribution is the theory of Forms known by pure reason, in which Plato presents a solution to the problem of universals known as Platonism (also ambiguously called either Platonic realism or Platonic idealism. He is also the namesake of Platonic love and the Platonic solids.His own most decisive philosophical influences are usually thought to have been along with Socrates, the pre-Socratics Pythagoras, Heraclitus and Parmenides, although few of his predecessors' works remain extant and much of what we know about these figures today derives from Plato himself. Unlike the work of nearly all of his contemporaries, Plato's entire body of work is believed to have survived intact for over 2,400 years. Although their popularity has fluctuated over the years, the works of Plato have never been without readers since the time they were written.