5 Questions
What does Plato suggest is the relationship between poetry and reality?
Poetry deals with things that are twice removed from reality
According to Plato, what is the primary distinction between poetry and philosophy?
Philosophy deals with reality, whereas poetry deals with illusions
Why does Plato believe that philosophy is superior to poetry?
Because philosophy deals with reality, whereas poetry deals with illusions
What is Plato's view on the nature of poetry?
Poetry is a form of imitation or illusion
What is the central concern of Plato's philosophy?
The pursuit of truth and reality
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