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Who was Plato's most famous teacher?

Socrates

Who was Plato's most famous student?

Aristotle

Who was Plato's most famous Platonic medieval theologian?

St. Augustine

What was the name of Plato's school? Describe it.

<p>The Academy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are epistles in relation to Plato?

<p>Dialogues, myths, and letters</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the main speaker in Plato's dialogues?

<p>Socrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

For Plato's myths, how should we interpret them?

<p>Seriously, but not literally</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most famous dialogue of Plato?

<p>Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'unity in difference' refer to?

<p>Unifying principle for all things in the universe, yet not found</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the universe according to Plato?

<p>Makes it so we can comprehend; poly, many departments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are sophists?

<p>Taught how to argue</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Socratic method?

<p>Method of arguing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is induction?

<p>Begins with the individual truth, what will benefit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four steps of the Socratic method?

<ol> <li>Birth of the idea 2. Struggle of the idea with reason 3. Death of the idea 4. Rebirth of the idea</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'anamesia' mean?

<p>Un-forgetting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'creatio ab alio' refer to?

<p>Myth</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Demiurge'?

<p>Little worker</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the void or the receptacle?

<p>Space = potential, and essence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Figures in Plato's Philosophy

  • Socrates was Plato's most influential teacher, shaping his philosophical foundations.
  • Aristotle, a prominent philosopher, was Plato's most renowned student.
  • St. Augustine represents the most famous Platonic medieval theologian, merging ancient philosophy with Christian theology.

Plato's Academy

  • The Academy was Plato's school, characterized by its inclusive environment for both genders and free admission.
  • It lasted for approximately 1000 years, making it one of the longest-lived educational institutions in history.

Literary Contributions

  • Plato expressed his ideas through various forms, including epistles, dialogues, myths, and letters.
  • Socrates was often the central figure in Plato's dialogues, representing his philosophical inquiries.

Philosophical Concepts

  • Plato's myths should be interpreted seriously but not taken literally, suggesting a deeper truth underlying these tales.
  • The Republic is considered Plato's most famous dialogue, addressing justice and the ideal state.
  • The concept of "unity in difference" serves as a unifying principle for all things in the universe, representing the search for a common essence.

Understanding the Universe

  • The universe is portrayed as complex, allowing comprehension through various disciplines, seen as a poly-structured entity.
  • Sophists were educators who taught the art of argumentation, emphasizing rhetoric and persuasion.

Methods of Inquiry

  • The Socratic method is a form of argumentative dialogue aimed at stimulating critical thinking.
  • Induction starts with particular truths to deduce broader principles, focusing on what is beneficial.
  • The Socratic method follows four stages: the birth of an idea, the struggle of the idea with reason, the idea's death, and its subsequent rebirth.

Key Terms and Concepts

  • Anamesia refers to the process of "un-forgetting," suggesting that knowledge is a form of recollection.
  • Creatio ab alio implies creation from another source, often explored within mythological frameworks.
  • Demiurge translates to "little worker," a term used to describe a creator or craftsman in philosophical and cosmological contexts.
  • The void or receptacle represents potential space, viewed as essential for existence and the foundation of reality.

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Test your knowledge on Plato and his philosophical circle with these flashcards. Discover key figures in his life, including his teacher Socrates and student Aristotle, as well as insights into his school, the Academy. Perfect for philosophy enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of Plato's contributions.

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