Why did Plato die?

Answer 1

Plato was a Greek Philosopher and Mathematician. He was Socrates student and formed the first institute of higher learning in western world called The Academy in Athens. According to most accounts Plato died of old age (80 years old) in his sleep.

Answer 2

Plato's exact cause of death is not conclusively known. It is believed that he passed away peacefully in his sleep due to natural causes, possibly related to old age or illness. He died in Athens around the age of 80.