Briefly, explain what Plato and Mencius each think the virtuous life is. For Plato, this will involve explaining the ideal city and how this is like the ideal soul. For Mencius, this will involve explaining how one develops a good character and how one acts once this character is properly developed.
Analysis:
Explain how NELSON MANDELA either embodies or does not embody the Platonic way of living. Next, explain how he embodies or does not embody Mencius conception of the virtuous life.
– Plato Republic Books: 1, 2, 4, 7 (first half)
– Mencius Books: 3 (part B), 5 (part A), 6 (part A)
