Plato’s Political Epistemology.
Published In: Political Science Reviewer, 2024, v. 48, n. 1. P. 35 1 of 3
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Authored By: Pangle, Lorraine 3 of 3
Abstract
This article, titled "Plato's Political Epistemology" by Lorraine Pangle, examines the decline in trust in experts, universities, leaders, journalists, and fellow citizens, as well as the erosion of truth-seeking discourse in society. It explores Plato's dialogue on knowledge, the Theaetetus, and its relevance to the challenges of relativism and the search for truth. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding ourselves as mortal, political beings in the pursuit of wisdom and discusses the role of Protagoras, a philosopher known for his relativism, in Plato's dialogue. It concludes by highlighting the personal and interpersonal nature of knowledge and the need to confront the challenges posed by relativism. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Political Science Reviewer. 2024/01, Vol. 48, Issue 1, p35
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0091-3715
- Accession Number:178035427
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