"The Allegory of the Cave" reads as though you are eavesdropping on a conversation. I noticed similar themes in the two readings assigned. They both concerned seeking the truth, if for different reasons. Bacon was more interested in seeking truth for truths sake. Whereas, Plato, in this excerpt, explored finding truth, and thus wisdom, in order to make good rulers of the State. "The Allegory of the Cave" was refreshing to read after "The Four Idols" because it was easier to understand, and it was free of the criticism and conceit of Bacon's essay.
posted by Rich @ 4:55 AM
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