29 Questions
According to Socrates, is justice good...
For its own sake and for its results
How does Glaucon view the pursuit of justice?
Valuable for reputation and wages only
What does Socrates believe maintaining justice involves?
Minding one's own business
According to Glaucon, what is the compromise in pursuing justice?
Being unable to avenge oneself without suffering injustice
What does Glaucon believe is the origin of justice?
A stalemate between the weak and the strong
Why does Glaucon claim people pursue justice?
For personal gain and benefits
What happens if the desiring part rules the individual?
The individual experiences an injustice.
What is the consequence of the individual no longer having control of themselves, as described in the text?
The individual cannot choose for themselves.
How does the pursuit of Justice benefit the individual, as explained in the text?
It enables the mastery of one's own being.
What is the significance of taming one's desires according to the text?
It allows the individual to shape their desires.
Is political activity described as a striving for an ideal in the text?
No, it questions whether politics should aim for an ideal.
What is the primary purpose of the 'Noble Lie' as described in the text?
To instill a sense of duty, loyalty, and unity among citizens
Which group in the city-state is responsible for preserving and protecting the nation according to the text?
The Auxiliaries
According to Plato, what virtue should the Guardians (Ruling Class) possess?
Wisdom
In Plato's ideal city-state, what role do the Producers play?
Striving to become the best at their personal businesses
What does Justice in the Individual entail according to the text?
Harmonizing rationality with desires and emotions
Which part of the soul is described as being prone to impulses and cravings in Plato's Tripartite Theory?
The Desiring Part (epithumia)
What is one potential consequence of leaving political decisions only to a select few wise individuals according to the text?
Rampant injustice through class meddling
How does Plato describe the role of the Auxiliaries (Soldiers) in his ideal city-state?
Preserving and protecting the nation
What characteristic must the Rulers possess according to Plato's Idea of a Just Society?
Honesty, transparency, competence, and wisdom
What power does the Ring of Gyges grant its wearer?
Ability to become invisible
What argument does Glaucon use regarding people's behavior when given the power of invisibility?
People are inherently selfish and would act immorally if they can do so without consequences
What does Plato's 'The Republic' primarily focus on in its dialogue between Socrates and various interlocutors?
Justice, narrative, and the ideal city-state
What virtues are highlighted as essential qualities for the rulers of the ideal city-state in 'The Republic'?
Wisdom, moderation, and courage
How does 'The Republic' relate education to the maintenance of a just society?
Education plays a crucial role in maintaining a just and harmonious society
What aspect of society is expected to fulfill its role without interfering in the affairs of others?
The ruling class
In the context of 'The Republic,' what is the significance of minding one's own business?
Emphasizing focus on personal duties and responsibilities
'The Republic' underscores the political value of which of the following in a city-state?
(C) Social cohesion, cooperation, and the pursuit of common good
'The Republic' discusses which crucial qualities as necessary for effective governance and leadership?
(B) Wisdom, moderation, and courage
Explore the concept of the 'Noble Lie' in Plato's ideal city-state, where rulers use fabricated stories to uphold social order and unity. Learn how this myth is employed to maintain adherence to the societal and political framework, instilling duty, loyalty, and justifying hierarchy.
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