One of the main reasons Plato wrote the Republic was to critique Athenian society for its decadence and
disregard of truth and moral virtue. Their democracy voted (by a narrow margin) to condemn Socrates to
death, remember?
Prompt: Interpret the role of love in Kallipolis.
Address the following in your analysis:
Identify: To what extent is love governed by the Guardians of the Republic? Give examples.
Analyze: How does this protect “justice” in Kallipolis?
Hint: Book IV has Plato’s definition of justice
Hint: Think back to Book I when they talk about familial piety (honoring the family over the city)
Interpret: What do you think Plato would say is the point of love? What’s the goal?
Cite at least 2 quotes from the reading to help support your interpretation
Cite the line numbers–for example (388d)
Sample Solution
