1. Unity in Plato's Republic
Lastly, elders have the right to punish younger ones and the younger ones will respect their elders, allowing all "to live at peace with one another." ... "If they"re going to be guardians, they mustn't have private houses, property, or possessions, but must receive their upkeep from the other citizens and enjoy it in common," declares Plato.5 This will prevent them "from tearing the city apart," he notes.6 Having everything in common will not allow for classes in the city, which will decrease or even eliminate fighting. ... Plato then explains that if one person takes something into ...
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