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September 10, 2025Open Access

Rhyme Against Reason: On the Platonic Theory of Art

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Evaluates the influence of plato on the classical conflict between rhyme and reason, and their implications for art.
Investigates socrates’ notion of divinity while outlining the metaphysics of poetry and artistic inspiration.
Discusses the unresolved tensions between philosophy and poetry, reflecting broader aesthetic debates.
Explores the philosophical perspectives on art, questioning the value of emotional expression versus rational thought.

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In this essay, I trace the influence of Plato on the classical feud between rhyme and reason and investigate Socrates’ notion of divinity to sketch out his theory of art. I also draw a general outline of the metaphysics of poetry enfolding artistic inspiration. Finally, I evaluate the unsettled scores between philosophy and poetry.

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Miss Manpreet Kaur (Mon,) studied this question.

www.synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1ad6354b1d3bfb60e5916 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.12726/tjp.33.4

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