The theme censorship and the value of truth is also 2500 years later very relevant and will probably not change. Governments and other non government organizations are still withholding information, do censorship and spread fake information in the so-called interest of the citizen.
In the book Republic Socrates tries to find the nature of Justice and in order to do so, Socrates uses Censorship and falsehoods to create a fictional “perfect” city. The object of this paper is it to show the censorship and falsehood in the book 2&3 of the Republic and examine the reasons of the use of them. Furthermore this paper will analyze the value of censorship and truth in the republic and compare it with other sources.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction and Objectives
- The Just City
- Education of the Guardians
- Censorship and Noble falsehood
- Value of Truth in Socrates "Just City"
- Publication Bibliography
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the role of censorship and the value of truth in Plato's Republic. It explores the use of censorship and falsehoods in creating a fictional "perfect" city, analyzing the reasons behind their implementation. The paper then examines the value of censorship and truth in the context of the Republic, comparing these concepts with other sources.
- Censorship in Plato's Republic
- Value of Truth in a Just City
- The Role of Education in Shaping Citizens
- The Nature of Justice and its Implementation
- Comparison with Other Sources and Perspectives
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The paper begins by introducing the theme of censorship and the value of truth, emphasizing its enduring relevance throughout history. It then explores the concept of a "Just City" as envisioned by Socrates in Plato's Republic, focusing on the creation of a society where justice prevails.
The second chapter delves into the education system of the Guardians within the Just City. This system aims to cultivate individuals who are both gentle towards their fellow citizens and fierce against enemies. The chapter highlights the importance of early education in shaping character, emphasizing the role of poetry, music, and physical training.
Chapter three focuses on censorship and the use of "noble falsehoods" within the Just City. The chapter explores how censorship is integrated into the educational system to shape citizens' beliefs and values, ultimately contributing to the creation of a just and harmonious society.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key concepts explored in this paper include censorship, value of truth, just city, education, noble falsehood, guardians, philosopher kings, Plato's Republic, and Socrates' philosophy.
- Quote paper
- Paul Precht (Author), 2014, Value of Truth - Censorship and noble falsehood in Platos Republic, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/267090
