Ancient Greece Declassified R3.5 Food for the Soul | Plato's Republic, book 3 w/ Angie Hobbs (pt. 2)
May 15, 2021
Angie Hobbs joins to discuss Plato's theory of mimesis in book 3 of the Republic, emphasizing how art and cultural products impact our souls. They also explore the relationship between beauty, music, morality, and thumos in shaping future rulers, highlighting the importance of controlling what enters our souls for justice and virtue.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Exploring Plato's Republic through Angie Hobbes' insights
06:00 • 3min
Analysis of Plato's critique of his own metaphysical theories and the distinction between direct and indirect speech in storytelling
09:10 • 3min
Exploring Representation and Mimesis in Greek Literature
11:59 • 10min
Exploring Beauty, Music, and Thumos in Plato's Republic
22:23 • 18min