Interpretation of the Allegory of the Cave
- How does Plato’s allegory of the cave represent the education of the philosopher?
- What are the obstacles to seeking and attaining wisdom? What are the rewards?
- Consider carefully the different symbols of the allegory. In what way can humankind be seen as living in darkness and ignorance?
- How are we to be freed from this situation?
- In what way does the sun represent the “perfect model of the good, the use of which makes all just things and other such become useful and helpful?” (355)