Plato

Plato
Artist: Raphael - Fresco painting
Born 428 or 424 BC in Athens or Aegina
Died 348 BC
Greek Philosopher whose famous teacher was Socrates, while his most famous student was Aristotle.
Seen as a founder of Western religion & spirituality.  Origin of his name is unknown, his real name was maybe Aristocles.
His teachings cover many subjects, including religion, science, medicine, vice & virtue, pleasure & pain, crime & punishment, human nature, love, father & son relationships & more…
His best work, ‘The Republic’ is about his ideas on wisdom, courage, justice & living life in moderation.
Said: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.”