The play “Oedipus” is closely associated with Aristotle’s philosophy because of the analysis he gave it in Poetics. Imagine, however, that Plato had also chosen to offer comments about the play. Based on your reading of Plato’s “Allegory of the Cave,” what interpretation would he give? Pretend that you are Plato, and write a letter to your former student Aristotle. Discuss how “Oedipus” relates to your (Plato’s) philosophical beliefs. In addition, select one work of art or architecture and analyze how it relates, or doesn’t relate, to your (Plato’s) philosophy.
How might Plato believe that Aristotle would interpret this piece of art?
Think about how each philosopher’s beliefs relate to the classical Greek notions of balance and perfection.