Two key aspects of Plato's ethical doctrine are found in the Phaedo: the theory of recollection and the theory of forms. ... An understanding of the form and concession of relativity is the key to communication. ... A passage on page 90 helps clarify Plato's idea of knowledge and birth. ... This passage reiterates the previously mentioned general idea of recollection. ... Understanding the forms is the key to a good virtuous life. ...

• Word Count: 1101
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

This passage shows Oedipus relating physical blindness with ignorance, as he removes his eyes in hopes of removing the knowledge of the terrible deeds he has committed. ... Thus showing that knowledge is the key in life and ignorance is a live of darkness. ...

• Word Count: 509
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

According to this passage, Focault gives support to the basic argument concerning the panopticon, that communication is key to knowledge. ... The first phrase in the passage testifies to the basic structure of our society. ...

• Word Count: 1229
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School