“The natural function of the wing is to soar upwards and carry that which is heavy up to the place where dwells the race of gods. More than any other thing that pertains to the body it partakes of the nature of the divine.”
Quote by Plato
Work
Plato: With an English Translation
Plato: With an English Translation is a scholarly translation of the works of Plato, a foundational figure in Western philosophy. The book contains translations of his famous dialogues, such as 'The Republic' and 'The Apology,' as well as other philosophical treatises. The translation aims to capture the essence of Plato's original Greek text while making it accessible to English-speaking audiences. 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