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R0 Plato's Republic, or: How to Stop a Civil War
Nov 16, 2020
Exploring Plato's Republic, the podcast discusses the impact of civil war on his work, historical background, contents, and irony. It delves into unique aspects of America, civil strife, societal dynamics, information challenges in ancient Athens, and Plato's philosophical evolution. Plato's approach to justice, significance of justice, and its enduring relevance are also explored.
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- Plato's 'The Republic' delves into justice through the lens of ethics, politics, psychology, and education.
- Readers are challenged to question conventional beliefs about justice, fostering independent and critical thinking.
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Reflecting on Current Society and Historical Parallels
In a world with increasing democratic aspirations but marred by anti-democratic pressures, societal divisions, and fake news, parallels are drawn between the current state of affairs and historical examples from ancient civilizations facing similar challenges.
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