16 - Plato's Republic 5: Lies, Noble Lies and Gymnastics
Good in Theory: A Political Philosophy Podcast
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The Noble Lie and the Role of Ideology
This chapter discusses the noble lie and the role of ideology in shaping the beliefs and commitments of citizens in the city. It explores how the subconscious indoctrination through education and socialization leads citizens to naturally accept the myth and how it serves as a way to articulate and reinforce their political sentiments.
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