Plato’s allegory of the ring - Alex Gendler

Download a free audiobook version of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring“ and support TED-Ed’s nonprofit mission: -- More than 2,000 years ago, the Greek philosopher Plato recounted the legend of the Ring of Gyges in “Republic.” The story of the ring surfaces as the philosopher, Socrates, and his student discuss why people act justly: is it because it’s what’s right? Or because it’s a convention that’s enforced through punishment and reward? Alex Gendler shares the allegory of the ill-gotten, magical ring. Lesson by Alex Gendler, directed by Vitalii Nebelskyi. Learn more about how TED-Ed partnerships work: Support Our Non-Profit Mission ---------------------------------------------- Support us on Patreon: Check out our merch: ---------------------------------------------- Connect With Us --------------------------------------