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Exploring the philosophy of love and physical desire, this Platonic dialog presents various perspectives on the subject. Socrates emphasizes that love transcends mere sensuality, suggesting it can lead individuals to a deeper understanding of absolute beauty in the realm of the ideal. The work reflects the rich intellectual tradition established by Plato, who was a pivotal figure in Western philosophy and education.
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- Title
- Symposium
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Plato
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2010
- Pages
- 82
- ISBN13
- 9781438536453
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Philosophical Topics, Love, Classics, LGBTQ+, Ancient History, Greece, Dialogue, Socrates, Eros
- Original title
- Symposium
- Rating
- 3.95 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring the philosophy of love and physical desire, this Platonic dialog presents various perspectives on the subject. Socrates emphasizes that love transcends mere sensuality, suggesting it can lead individuals to a deeper understanding of absolute beauty in the realm of the ideal. The work reflects the rich intellectual tradition established by Plato, who was a pivotal figure in Western philosophy and education.