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David Wolosik's avatar

Leading the sheep entrusted to them astray.

"But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea." - Matthew 18:6

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Timothy Winey's avatar

Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, had complex views on music that evolved throughout his works. In his most famous work, "The Republic," Plato discusses the role of music in education and society. He believed that music had a profound influence on the soul and character of individuals, and therefore it should be carefully regulated in the ideal state.

Plato categorized music into different types based on its effect on the soul. He distinguished between music that promoted virtues such as courage, temperance, and wisdom, and music that aroused base instincts or emotions. He was particularly wary of certain types of music that he believed could lead to moral decay and social unrest.

Plato advocated for a strict censorship of music in his ideal society, with certain types of music being banned or heavily regulated. He argued that only music that was harmonious and conducive to moral and intellectual development should be permitted in the education of the youth.

Overall, Plato saw music as a powerful force that could shape the moral and intellectual character of individuals and society, and therefore it should be subject to careful control and regulation.

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