“A man who really fights for justice must lead a private, not a public, life if he is to survive for even a short time.”
Quote by Plato
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Plato: Five Dialogues: Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, Phaedo
Plato's Five Dialogues is a compilation of five distinct philosophical works that delve into profound questions about morality, the nature of justice, and the soul's journey. The dialogues include 'Euthyphro', which examines the nature of piety; 'Apology', Plato's account of his own defense against charges of impiety; 'Crito', which discusses the moral obligations of citizens; 'Meno', which explores the nature of virtue and learning; and 'Phaedo', which discusses the immortality of the soul. more
Author
Plato
Plato (428 BC - 348 BC) was a prominent Greek philosopher, one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. He founded the Academy, which was the first institution of higher education in the Western world. Plato's philosophy, centered around the theory of Forms, emphasized the importance of reason and morality. more
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