Plato's 'Republic' / Allegory of the Cave -- Shadows Seen By Prisoners

Abstract: This 5 page research paper examines Plato's 'Allegory of the Cave' metaphor in Book VII of The Republic. Specifically discussed are the parallels between the shadows the prisoners see on the wall of the cave and the illusion which passes off as truth in today's technological society. Bibliography lists one source.

Filename: Allecave.wps

Pages: 5

Catagory: Philosophy Of Religion, God'S Existence & Freewill

Subcatagory: Philosophy

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