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[Plato: forerunner of demographic thinking?].

Y Charbit

    European Journal of Population = Revue Europeenne De Demographie
    |April 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Area of Science:

    • Philosophy of Science
    • Ancient Philosophy
    • Political Philosophy

    Context:

    • Commentators have noted quantitative aspects in Plato's works, suggesting early demographic thinking.
    • Apparent contradictions in demographic ideas between Plato's "Laws" and "Republic" have puzzled scholars.

    Purpose:

    • To reconcile apparent demographic contradictions in Plato's "Laws" and "Republic."
    • To demonstrate the consistency of Plato's thought by considering mathematical and Pythagorean influences.
    • To analyze Plato's concept of the "City" as central to his political philosophy.

    Summary:

    • Plato's demographic ideas are consistent when viewed through his fascination with mathematics and the Pythagorean school.
    • The concept of the "City" (polis) is key to understanding Plato's political philosophy and his approach to societal organization.
    • Plato's policies, often misinterpreted as demographic or eugenic, stem from his unique conception of man and the pursuit of justice and power.

    Impact:

    • Provides a novel interpretation of Plato's demographic and political theories.
    • Highlights the interconnectedness of mathematics, philosophy, and political science in ancient Greece.
    • Offers a new framework for understanding Plato's vision of societal harmony and the individual's role within it.
    Keywords:
    DemographyLiterature ReviewPhilosophical OverviewPolitical FactorsPopulation Theory--historyReligionSocial Sciences

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