Plato's Most 'DANGEROUS' Work

The Republic – A book that is considered Plato’s magnus opus.

It is an attempt by Plato to define the ideal state. And what an attempt that was.

In 10 magnificent chapters, the philosopher manages to immerse ourselves in dialogues illuminating cognitive brilliance and in philosophical concepts of the greatest importance.

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[metamorphosis_]

“The heaviest penalty for declining to rule is to be ruled by someone inferior to yourself.” ― Plato, The Republic

[Dawud_]

When I think about the allegory of the cave and our world today I can easily identify the role that media play in our society and how they shape our thoughts and opinions.

[JagjotSingh]

I read this book when I was in high school. I didn’t understand much then, but it did something. I opened up my mind, the effects of which I realize now. Thank you for this wonderful video 🙏🏼

[louellabelle]

I remember Jordan Peterson saying in an interview that you must tell the truth at all costs and I thought of how destructive that could be. But I think that is where the philosopher in us comes in, so that we can weigh our words and actions and be just.

[HigoWapsico]

Our obsession with justice is s byproduct of being lured away from a tradition of spirituality which kept us humble and self aware. Once we moved away from it, our individuated delusion or ego “took the wheel” and we started confusing “the image of god” with god itself....which led to hierarchy and “ownership” of Mother Earth’s gifts (to all living things), and eventually other creature and other human beings...the need/desire to make this acceptable, led to another fabrication, “Le Meritocracy”
I’m glad you remember to frame it as a Western philosophy/culture/ obsession

[LodyDude]

I really enjoy your videos! Thanks and keep doing a great job!

[renaissancefairyowldemon]

Philosophers should be the ruling class, nice video very enlightening.

[dougsmith]

Perhaps it is time we hear more about the tales of brave Ulysses?

[bayewkkebede]

Thank you so much for your video !! I always want to learn philosophy, can you suggest a book or some serious of videos where I can study by myself.

[melvinmayfield]

Magnifico! (No offense; but, esp., from one so young!) Again, Magnifico! :)

[fastestdeath]

I really agree with Plato's statement that truth, beauty and justice merge each other, and with Bentham's statement that what is just Is useful ti society. Beauty is often seen as quality of genetics, in an uncorrupt society stronger men are more beautiful than weaker men, men's purpose is to ensure the survival of the specie.