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Why is the Philosopher-king the best form of rule according to Plato?
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Philosophers were to be those that showed great promise early in their physical and mental training. They were to be unrestrained by familial or political desire-being provided everything they need by public rearing. Thus they were to have no egotistical interests in running the state. Also, of course, they were to be philosophers- those that love wisdom, the seekers of unimpeded truth. Thus, they want nothing more than the well being of the state.
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Did Plato thein the wise men should run the government?
Plato believed in a form of aristocracy, not rule by the nobility, but rule by the best. Plato believed philosophers should rule because they are enlightened with regard to reality, truth, and goodness. In the Republic Plato states "Philosophers must be kings".
Where do forms reside according to Aristotle?
When Aristotle says Form he doesn't mean it in the same way that Plato does. Plato is referring to Forms as Eidos - the essence of a thing (loosely). For Aristotle, it refers more to the physical appearance - indicating a substance - which for him is form imposed on some matter-
How did Plato feel about democracy?
Plato didnt think democracy was an ideal form of government
Plato and Aristotle developed what form of reasoning?
Plato relied on deductive reasoning. However, this produced an incomplete scientific method.
What is Plato's style of writing?
In form of dialogues between characters.
According to Plato what is the perfect form of government?
meritocracy
What did Aristotle and Plato believe was the best form of government?
Aristotle believed a democracy was the best form of government ruled by the middle class. Plato did not believe average people were intelligent enough to make decisions about government.
How did Aristotle idea of government differ from Plato's?
Plato looked for the ideal government. Aristotle wanted to "consider, not only what form of government is best, but also what is possible and what is easily attainable."
Did Plato thein the wise men should run the government?
Plato believed in a form of aristocracy, not rule by the nobility, but rule by the best. Plato believed philosophers should rule because they are enlightened with regard to reality, truth, and goodness. In the Republic Plato states "Philosophers must be kings".
Artistry a form of divine madness?
It's in a play called Phaedrus by Plato. According to Socrates, it's an insanity gifted from the gods that gives people poetry, mysticism, love, and even philosophy itself.
Where do forms reside according to Aristotle?
When Aristotle says Form he doesn't mean it in the same way that Plato does. Plato is referring to Forms as Eidos - the essence of a thing (loosely). For Aristotle, it refers more to the physical appearance - indicating a substance - which for him is form imposed on some matter-
Who was Greek philosopher who described the ideal form of government in dialogue?
Plato, as in, Plato's Republic.
How did Plato feel about democracy?
Plato didnt think democracy was an ideal form of government
How did Aristotles government differ form Plato's?
Aristotle made nudity illegal, Plato thought nakedness was an attempt to stimulate 'the Good', his form of forms.
What is the best form of recreation according to you?
SEX
Plato and Aristotle developed what form of reasoning?
Plato relied on deductive reasoning. However, this produced an incomplete scientific method.
What is Plato's style of writing?
In form of dialogues between characters.
