Plato

Plato's Republic (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Justice, Morality, and the Ideal State: A Philosophical Journey
Übersetzer: Jowett, Benjamin

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Plato's Republic," a foundational text of Western philosophy, Plato explores the nature of justice, the ideal state, and the role of the philosopher-king. Written as a dialogue primarily between Socrates and various interlocutors, the work delves into the complexities of moral and political philosophy, employing a dialectical method. Through allegories, such as the Allegory of the Cave, and intricate thought experiments, Plato constructs a vision of an ideal society governed by wisdom and reason, promoting the idea that knowledge must lead to virtue for a just society to be realized. This seminal work reflects the intellectual vibrancy of Classical Athens, a milieu marked by political turmoil and the quest for moral foundations. Plato (c. 427-347 BCE), a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, was profoundly influenced by his experiences in Athenian society and the philosophical inquiries of his time. His encounters with the democratic and oligarchic tensions in Athens, coupled with the execution of Socrates, catalyzed his reflections on governance and morality. "The Republic" not only seeks to define justice but also poses a critique of contemporary political realities, showcasing Plato's philosophical rigor and innovative approach. For readers seeking a profound inquiry into ethics, governance, and the philosophic life, "Plato's Republic" remains an indispensable text. It challenges us to reconsider our understanding of justice and the responsibilities of citizenship within society. Plato's articulation of the philosopher's role in politics is particularly salient in today'Äôs world, making this work essential for anyone interested in philosophy, political theory, or the ethical dimensions of human existence.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 295
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547683933
• Artikelnr.: 69540814

Autorenporträt

Plato (428/427 or 424/423 - 348/347 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.[a] Plato has also often been cited as one of the founders of Western religion and spirituality.[4] The so-called Neoplatonism of philosophers like Plotinus and Porphyry influenced Saint Augustine and thus Christianity. Alfred North Whitehead once noted: "the safest general characterization of the European philosophical tradition is that it consists of a series of footnotes to Plato."[5] 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.[b] 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.[7] Although their popularity has fluctuated over the years, the works of Plato have never been without readers since the time they were written