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Education plays a vital role in shaping the citizens from "summary" of The Republic by Plato,Henry Desmond Pritchard Lee,Melissa Lane
Education, dear Glaucon, is not merely the imparting of knowledge or skills, but rather the shaping of individuals into virtuous citizens. It is through education that the soul is cultivated and prepared for a life of justice and excellence. Just as a craftsman must first learn the skills of his trade before he can produce quality work, so too must a citizen be educated in the virtues necessary for a well-ordered society. When we consider the role of education in shaping citizens, we must recognize that the values and ideals instilled in the young will ultimately determine the kind of society they will create. If a society values wisdom, courage, moderation, and justice, then it must educate its citizens in these virtues from a young age. Education is not merely a means to an end, but rather an end in itself - the cultivation ...
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