Decoded Past

Decoding the Past

Past-header
  • Archaeology
    • Prehistory
      • Iron Age
      • Bronze Age
      • Neolithic
      • Mesolithic
      • Paleolithic
  • Religion
  • Philosophy
  • Science
  • Paranormal
  • Military History
  • Arts
    • Literature
    • Visual Art in History
    • Music in History
  • History By Location
    • Ancient Rome
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • Africa
    • North America
      • U.S. History

Plato’s Philosophy of Poetry and Moral Truth

September 23, 2013 by Janet Cameron Leave a Comment

Plato’s Philosophy of Poetry and Moral Truth

Plato believed we may seek true knowledge in our illusionary world, but he condemned the depiction of “evil” in art, to avoid corrupting the young.

Plato’s Argument: Art is an Imitation of an Imitation

September 20, 2013 by Janet Cameron 1 Comment

Plato’s Argument: Art is an Imitation of an Imitation

Famous philosopher Plato didn’t look too fondly on art or poetry, believing that all art is simply a reflection of an illusion or shadow of true reality.

Follow Decoded Past

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Google+
  • Pinterest
SubscribetoDS

Decoded Everything is a non-profit corporation, dependent on donations from readers like you. Donate now, and keep the great information coming!

Copyright © 2019 · Magazine Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in