Revolutionize Your Understanding of Platonic Philosophy
Welcome to a transformative learning experience that will redefine your approach to Plato's timeless wisdom. "Plato Re-Imagined" is not just a course—it's a journey that challenges conventional Platonic scholarship and teaching methodologies. Dive into an exploration that reimagines Plato's theories, offering a fresh perspective on age-old concepts.
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Lecture 01: Introduction to the Course
Gain an overview of the course, its objectives, and the key themes in Plato's philosophy that will be explored throughout the series.
Lecture 02: Why is Plato Important?
Explore the significance of Plato's work in the history of philosophy and its lasting impact on Western thought and culture.
Lecture 03: What Everlasting Life Is and Is Not
Investigate Plato's concept of the soul's immortality, the nature of everlasting life, and the philosophical implications of such beliefs.
Lecture 04: A New Look at Plato's Theory of Recollection
Examine Plato's Theory of Recollection, focusing on its suggestion that learning is a process of remembering inherent knowledge.
Lecture 05: Five Distinct Starting Points, One Ultimate
Analyze different philosophical approaches within Plato's dialogues, converging towards the ultimate pursuit of truth and knowledge.
Lecture 06: The Noble Being and Living a Worthy Life
Discuss Plato's views on what constitutes a noble being and the ethical guidelines for living a life of worth and integrity.
Lecture 07: The Search Function is Not Your Friend (but it is useful)
Explore the limitations and benefits of search functions in modern philosophy and how Plato's methods offer deeper insights.
Lecture 08: The Beauty and the Ideal of the Good
Delve into Plato's understanding of beauty and its intrinsic connection to the ideal of the Good, shaping his moral philosophy.
Lecture 09: The Four-Fold Route to Sufficient Reason
Investigate Plato's approach to reason and logic, emphasizing the four-fold path to sufficient reason and rational understanding.
Lecture 10: God versus Good, Who (or What) Will Prevail?
Examine the relationship between divinity and morality in Plato's philosophy, questioning whether God or the Good is the ultimate authority.
Lecture 11: The Allegory of the Cave: Understanding Perception and Reality
Explore Plato's allegory and its implications for perceiving truth and knowledge.
Lecture 12: Platonic Forms: The Quest for Universal Truths
Delve into Plato's theory of Forms and how it seeks to explain the nature of reality and universality.
Lecture 13: Socratic Method: The Art of Questioning
Examine the Socratic method of inquiry and its impact on philosophical discourse and critical thinking.
Lecture 14: The Role of Myth in Plato’s Philosophy
Analyze the use of myth in Plato’s works, including the Myth of Er, and how they convey philosophical ideas.
Lecture 15: Plato’s Republic: Justice and the Ideal State
Investigate the concepts of justice, governance, and the ideal state presented in The Republic.
Lecture 16: The Tripartite Soul: Reason, Spirit, and Appetite
Understand Plato's view of the human soul's structure and influence on behaviour and ethics.
Lecture 17: Virtue and Knowledge: The Path to Eudaimonia
Discuss the relationship between virtue, knowledge, and pursuing a fulfilling life (eudaimonia).
Lecture 18: Friendship and Love: Insights from the Lysis and Symposium
Explore Plato's views on friendship and love, focusing on their roles in personal development and society.
Lecture 19: The Philosopher-King: Leadership and Wisdom
Analyze the philosopher-king concept and wisdom's role in effective leadership.
Lecture 20: The Role of Women in Plato’s Philosophy
Examine Plato’s views on gender equality and the role of women in his ideal society.
Lecture 21: The Divided Line: Levels of Knowledge and Reality
Delve into Plato's Divided Line analogy, which explains the relationship between knowledge and reality.
Lecture 22: Dialectic and Dialogue: Methods of Philosophical Inquiry
Study the dialectical method and how dialogue is a tool for uncovering truth and understanding.
Lecture 23: The Timaeus: Cosmology and the Nature of the Universe
Explore Plato's cosmological views and how they relate to his broader metaphysical framework.
Lecture 24: The Parmenides: Challenges to the Theory of Forms
Critically examine the Parmenides dialogue and its critique of the Theory of Forms.
Lecture 25: Plato and the Problem of Universals
Investigate how Plato addresses the problem of universals and its implications for philosophy.
Lecture 26: Plato’s Influence on Aristotle: Continuity and Divergence
Explore the relationship between Plato and Aristotle, highlighting their philosophical agreements and differences.
Lecture 27: Neoplatonism: The Evolution of Platonic Thought
Discuss the development of Neoplatonism and its impact on later philosophical and religious thought.
Lecture 28: Plato’s Impact on Christian Theology
Analyze how Platonic ideas have shaped early Christian theology and philosophical interpretations of Christianity.
Lecture 29: Modern Interpretations of Plato
Examine contemporary interpretations of Plato’s philosophy and its relevance to modern issues.
Lecture 30: Plato and Political Philosophy: Lessons for Today’s World
Reflect on Plato’s contributions to political philosophy and their applications to modern governance and society.
Lecture 31: Art and Aesthetics: Plato’s Critique of Art
Understand Plato’s views on art and aesthetics, including his critique of art's role in society.
Lecture 32: Plato and the Philosophy of Education
Explore Plato’s philosophy of education and its implications for contemporary educational practices.
Lecture 33: Science and the Platonic Worldview (BONUS)
The "Consilience lecture" discusses how Plato’s ideas have influenced scientific thought and the relationship between philosophy and science.
Plato Re-Imagined
This course offers 32 comprehensive lectures exploring most of Plato's dialogues. These lectures guide students toward a consilient understanding of the divine—a concept that harmonizes knowledge across disciplines and resonates with secular and religious leaders. As a bonus, Lecture #33 focuses on consilience, demonstrating how different fields of knowledge can converge to form a unified understanding.
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- Comprehensive Learning: Includes a thought-provoking book with structural commentary by Dr. Martine Diepenbroek, who sheds new light on Plato's theories of recollection, the concept of forms, the hierarchy of the good, and the cardinal virtues.
- Anthropological Insights: Discover how human imagination, as a profound evolutionary development, can critique modern pedagogy and enhance our engagement with Platonic thought.
- Dynamic Pedagogy: Learn to build metaphorical bridges for a deeper understanding, aiming to cultivate a life worth living instead of creating isolated intellectual islands.
- Asynchronous Learning Pathways: Explore five unique learning pathways designed for effective memory recall, allowing you to absorb Plato's wisdom at your own pace.
- ChatGPT Mastery: Transform into a Plato expert by leveraging ChatGPT prompts and snippets. This will enhance your understanding of Plato's methods and his love for wisdom.
- Neuroscience Insights: Delve into the study of affect and consciousness, linking modern neuroscience with Platonic thought to deepen your understanding of how felt experiences shape knowledge and perception.
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