The rulers who possess true knowledge and wisdom.
The philosopher is the one who breaks free, exits the cave, and sees the sun (the truth). Platon - Devlet
Plato emphasizes that for a city to remain just, its citizens—especially the rulers—must receive a rigorous education ( Paideia ). This includes music, gymnastics, and eventually mathematics and dialectic to reach the "Idea of the Good". The famous illustrates this journey: The rulers who possess true knowledge and wisdom
The warrior class responsible for the city’s defense and security. Written around 375 BC, it takes the form
Plato's Republic : The Blueprint of an Ideal Society Plato's (Greek: Politeia ) is arguably the most influential work in Western political philosophy. Written around 375 BC, it takes the form of a Socratic dialogue, where Socrates and various interlocutors explore the nature of justice, the character of the "just man," and the structure of an ideal city-state, known as Kallipolis . The Core Inquiry: What is Justice?