One part of this text presents a long derivation of the number 8000 as the governing figure forgood and evil birth omens.
One part of this text presents a long derivation of the number 8000 as the governing figure forgood and evil birth omens. The end of this text presents a description of an axis of precession for thesolar system called the "spindle of necessity," which is encountered by a man who has spent sevendays in a meadow after dying. In addition to presenting the (*) Myth of Er, this text explains how toacquire knowledge despite living in the "world of becoming and passing away" through its "metaphor ofthe sun." It also explains the progression from illusion to knowledge using the analogy of the divided line.For 10 points, name this metaphor-rich dialogue which also includes the parable of the ring of Gyges andthe allegory of the cave, and advocates for the rule of a philosopher-king through the mouthpiece ofSocrates.
One part of this text presents a long derivation of the number 8000 as the governing figure forgood and evil birth omens.
The Republic [or Politeia]