1,658,761 views
In this informative video, Prof. Lúcia Helena Galvão explores the main ideas of the philosopher Plato and their influence on Western philosophy. She discusses Plato’s theories on the nature of reality, the theory of forms, the allegory of the cave, the theory of souls, and political theory. She explains how Plato’s ideas influenced Western philosophy and culture, and how they are still relevant today. She also emphasizes the importance of philosophy in the search for knowledge and wisdom, and how Platonic philosophy can help us reflect on fundamental questions of life. Watching this lecture can help you better understand Plato’s ideas and their importance in the history of philosophy. Discover how philosophy can be a valuable tool for exploring fundamental questions of life and developing a deeper understanding of the world around us. 11:40 - Theory of Ideas 17:45 - The good, the beautiful and the just 25:20 - The Demiurge and the Human Creator 30:00 - Knowledge of ideas and opinions 37:53 - Theory of Reminiscence and Maturity of the soul 40:00 - Ethical dualism 49:41 - Dialectics as the supreme science 51:43 - Education and direction of impulses 55:27 - Love and moral virtues More lectures about Plato here on the channel: Myth of the Cave: • Video Matrix and the Myth of the Cave: • Matrix and the Myth of the Cave - Comment... The Republic: • Plato's Republic: comments by... About the Politician - Letter 07: • LETTER 7 by Plato ABOUT POLITICS - Pr... Plato's political thought - POLITICS X DEMAGOGY: • Plato's political thought: POL... This The video is part of a series of old lectures, re-edited with some improvements, which deserve to be revisited for their valuable content. This lecture was given by professor and volunteer LÚCIA HELENA GALVÃO, at the Lago Norte unit in Brasília, in 2013. Nova Acrópole is a School of Philosophy present in more than 50 countries since 1957, with more than 80 schools in Brazil, and its objective is to develop the best in each human being, through Philosophy, Culture and Volunteering. *All activities are promoted by volunteers Information: www.acropole.org.br Instagram and Facebook: novaacropolebrasil Podcast: Nova Acrópole Philosophy Lectures Twitter: @novaacropolebr Telegram Group: https://www.t.me/novaacropolebrasil Questions or comments? Write to [email protected] Commercial Consultancy: [email protected]