EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 54 MIN
S13 E2: Plato's Republic Book I - Justice
from Unlimited Opinions - Philosophy, Theology, Linguistics, & More · host Mark & Adam Bishop
Is it better to be just than unjust, and what makes something subjective? Find out as we discuss Book I of Plato's Republic, breaking down the opening discussion on old age, Polemarchus' traditional definition of justice as doing good to your friends and harm to your enemies, and Thrasymachus' view of justice as what is in the interest of the stronger party. Additionally, we consider what it means to strive for human excellence.Follow us on X! Give us your opinions here!
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Is it better to be just than unjust, and what makes something subjective? Find out as we discuss Book I of Plato's Republic, breaking down the opening discussion on old age, Polemarchus' traditional definition of justice as doing good to your friends and harm to your enemies, and Thrasymachus' view of justice as what is in the interest of the stronger party. Additionally, we consider what it means to strive for human excellence. Follow us on X! Give us your opinions here!
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S13 E2: Plato's Republic Book I - Justice
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