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mr715

(3,375 posts)

1. I love Plato.

Reply to ananda (Original post)

Fri Mar 6, 2026, 04:02 PM

Friday

His writing has so much elegance in its structure that his philosophy is encoded as much as it is stated.

Plato (or perhaps Socrates) was a proto-fascist, though, with his virtuous lie and absolute rulers.

I do agree that today's current events leaves me reflecting on Plato's cave, much as you.

I'd also add Nietzsche for his hatred of those without critical thinking. Another smart guy. But, yeah, crazy. But a great writer!