Asked by Naresh Kumar on Jun 04, 2024

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Plato argued that much of Homer's poetry should be censored because

A) of its violence.
B) of its undignified portrayals of the gods.
C) of its accurate depiction of the gods, which might shock people.
D) it was not philosophical enough.

Censored

Censored means having certain parts removed or suppressed that are deemed offensive, sensitive, or inappropriate by regulating authorities.

Homer

A legendary ancient Greek poet traditionally said to be the author of the epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey.

Plato

An ancient Greek philosopher, a pivotal figure in the development of Western philosophy and the founder of the Academy in Athens.

  • Identify the moral and community duties associated with artists and their creations.
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Zybrea KnightJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Plato believed that Homer's portrayals of the gods as petty and immoral would have a negative influence on society, particularly on young people. He argued that such undignified depictions of the gods should be censored to promote a more respectful and virtuous view of divinity.