Full Audio: Plato's Republic Part 1: Magical Rings and Secret Societies |
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Description: In this full audio for subscribers, I begin the analysis of the Republic, covering books I and II, setting the stage for what will be the ideal city. Also contained in Book II is a fascinating discussion of the Hellenic mysteries and the Ring of Gyges, the magical talisman from a giant that grants the power to be invisible. Is this ring only a morality tale, or does it signify hidden metaphysics and secret techne? http://www.jaysanalysis.com 
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