08 Nov The Great Justice Debate: Insights from the Sophists
Join us for a captivating episode exploring “Just Prospering? Plato and the Sophistic Debate about Justice” by Merrick Anderson. This insightful book reveals how Plato’s Republic emerges from a rich 5th-century debate among the sophists about the nature of justice. Anderson highlights the clash between moral cynics, who argue that injustice may benefit self-interest, and the Friends of Justice, who defend the value of a just life. Discover how Plato engages with these ideas through Socratic dialogue, refining his arguments to provide a compelling defense of justice. Don’t miss this thought-provoking exploration of morality and philosophy!
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Last Updated on November 10, 2024 by Wilmar Padilla