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In several dialogues, Socrates floats the idea that knowledge (and consequently learning) is a matter of recollection, and not of learning, observation, or study. He maintains this view somewhat at his own expense, because in many dialogues, Socrates complains of his forgetfulness. Socrates is often found arguing that knowledge is not empirical, and that it comes from divine insight. In many middle period dialogues, such as the Phaedo, Republicand Phaedrus Plato advocates a belief in the immortality of the soul, and several dialogues end with long speeches imagining the afterlife. More than one dialogue contrasts knowledge and opinion, perception and reality, nature and custom, and body and soul.
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Who did Plato learn from?
Plato was a student of Socrates and later a teacher for Aristotle. He was also influenced by the Pythagoreans and the Eleatics.
What is art according to Plato?
According to Plato, art is an imitation of the physical world and therefore has an inferior status compared to the realm of ideas. He believed that art, particularly poetry and drama, could have a negative influence on individuals by appealing to their emotions and irrational instincts. Plato saw art as a superficial reflection of reality that could potentially mislead people from seeking truth and higher forms of knowledge.
Did Socrates learn from Plato?
It was the other way around. Plato was Socrates' student. Virtually everything we know about Socrates comes from the writings of Plato in which he describes what Socrates taught and how he taught.
Did Socrates and Plato emphasize the importance of animal spirits?
It really depends on which interpretation you are looking at. Some people believe that Plato and Socrates felt that everything as small as hair had a form. We learn this from Parmenidies. But other's believe that Socrates and Plato did not believe in any spirits or souls at all.
Was socrates Plato or Aristotle born first?
Socrates was born first. According to most people, Plato wrote about Socrates and his encounters, but in his later years started to write his own philosophy as if Socrates had said it. Aristotle was a student of Plato, and was very critical of his thinking.
How do you know about Plato?
Most people learn about Plato through studying and researching him, along with his mentor (Socrates) and his student (Aristotle).
What ocean did people think atlantis was in?
According to Plato, it was in the Atlantic Ocean.
What is Plato philosophy?
Plato was a student of Socrates. Plato wrote the Dialogues, which included conversations between Socrates and his students. Plato philosophized basically on what Socrates philosophized on.One of Plato's quotes and my favorite one is "Never discourage anyone... who continually makes progress, no matter how slow."You can kind of see what the discussion was about; Socrates was talking to his students about ignorant people. Socrates was probably saying that all people can be taught, no matter how slow they learn and all they need is a little courage and motivation to learn. Plato was probably thinking that if you discourage them, they wont learn, and the only time you dont encourage them is if they dont show interest in learning. Socrates was then probably saying that the ignorant people will learn the lesson being taught in time and will keep on progressing. Plato is probably thinking "the person can learn at a super fast rate or a super slow rate but if they are progressing, they will eventually learn"Plato was constantly taking notes from Socrates. He wanted to savor each moment in the classroom. He looked in his notes all the time and taking important details of each discussion and summed it up to make his philosophy. Plato realized that any discussion is a philosophy no matter how ignorant it could be.
Who did Plato learn from?
Plato was a student of Socrates and later a teacher for Aristotle. He was also influenced by the Pythagoreans and the Eleatics.
Were the people of atlantis very backward and uncivilised?
There is no concrete evidence that Atlantis ever existed, so it is not accurate to make assumptions about the civilization of its people. The story of Atlantis, as described by Plato, suggests that the people were advanced in technology and knowledge.
What is the purpose of government according to Plato?
to provide for and protect the public. It is explained in Plato's republic.
Were the Gods of Egypt people from Atlantis?
No; and as the myth of Atlantis supposedly comes from Egypt according to Plato, they would know.
According to Plato people are chosen for public service based upon what?
lack of any thing meaningful in their life
What similarities do Socrates and Camus have in common according to Plato?
How could there be any similarities according to Plato when he died long before Camus was even born.
According to Plato what is the perfect form of government?
meritocracy
What is the mother of invention according to Plato?
pizza bagles
What is art according to Plato?
According to Plato, art is an imitation of the physical world and therefore has an inferior status compared to the realm of ideas. He believed that art, particularly poetry and drama, could have a negative influence on individuals by appealing to their emotions and irrational instincts. Plato saw art as a superficial reflection of reality that could potentially mislead people from seeking truth and higher forms of knowledge.
