EPISODE · Dec 24, 2024 · 9 MIN
Plato and the Tripartite Division of the Soul
from Philosophy for All · host Joshua
Send us Fan MailOne of Plato's major contributions in his work The Republic and the Phaedrus is his concept of the tripartite division of the soul. In this video, I analyse what Plato meant with the tripartite division of the soul and also its implications and impact in later philosophy, most notably its connections with Freud's concept of the id, ego and superego, as well as its implications in our modern lives. Support the show--------------------------If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon:www.patreon.com/christianityforallWhere else to find Josh Yen:Philosophy YT: https://bit.ly/philforallEducation: https://bit.ly/joshyenBuisness: https://bit.ly/logoseduMy Website: https://joshuajwyen.com/
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Send us Fan Mail One of Plato's major contributions in his work The Republic and the Phaedrus is his concept of the tripartite division of the soul. In this video, I analyse what Plato meant with the tripartite division of the soul and also its implications and impact in later philosophy, most notably its connections with Freud's concept of the id, ego and superego, as well as its implications in our modern lives. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to su...
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