Wednesday, October 14, 2009

The Republic of Plato

The Republic of Plato

Chapter 1

Chapter 2- Introducing the idea of a “city” (pg. 45-46; 369a, b)

“Guardian”- How will they be reared* and educated*?

o Philosopher King

o Spirited

o Swift

o Strong

*Educated: Teach Music and Gym (Health) – Logos/ (Speech) Logic

-Creates a Just City: Just Soul-

Guardians- Super Ego

· Gold

· Wisdom

· Calculating

Auxiliaries/ Soldiers- Id

· Silver

· Courage

· Irrationals: Led by Desire

Farmers- Ego

· Iron and Bronze

· Moderation

· Spirit

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