How does Plato’s allegory of the cave represent the education of the philosopher?

Interpretation of the Allegory of the Cave Be sure to set out clearly the thesis you mean to defend. Do not simply respond to the questions contained below, which are meant to stimulate ideas and suggest directions you may take in writing your essay. Rather, organize your ideas in a logical and coherent way. If […]

How is identity complex, socially constructed and related to oppression and domination?

It can be argued that Barash’s understanding of science (and paradigm shifts) is a modern version of what Plato tries to teach us with the Allegory of the Cave. What do these two authors share in common? In your answer you must describe the cave and what it represents and explain Barash’s understanding of science […]