Life
Where and when was he born?
In Athens, Greece, between the years 428 and 427 B.C.
What did he invent, discover or create?
He didn't invent anything material, however he left a legacy to human thought.
At what age did he start to be recognized?
In the 4th century b.C., around his 30 years old.
Are there any movies, books or songs about him?
Yes, they're books and adaptations of his dialogues. They're also documentaries about his life and work.
What culture existed in 400 b.C. in Mexican territory?
Mainly, the Olmecan culture.
What was his chilhood like?
He grew up during the Peloponessian War. He was well educated and influenced by philosophers.
What impact did his actions have in his country?
He revolutionized education in Greece and left a philosophical legacy that lasted for centuries.
Did he win any awards, medals or recognition?
Not oficially.
Why does he deserve to be in Cedros Living Museum?
Because of his lasting impact on philosophy, politics and education.
What religions predominated in Mexico in the 4th century B.C.?
The polytheistic Mesoamerican religions.
What was the place like where he grow up?
Despite the war, Athens was culturally at its peak.
Did he work in a team or mostly alone?
Mainly alone, perhaps, he collaborated with his teacher Socrates and his disciple Aristotle.
Was he a controversial or a respected person?
He was a controversial figure due to his criticism to Athenian democracy, which some interpreted as a precursor to totalitarian ideas.
Did he have any unusual hobbies or pastimes?
He was a great lover of philosophical dialogue and deep reflection on the universe.
There were cities in Mexico in Plato's time?
Yes, large settlements and urban centers.
Was he married or had a partner? Did he have children?
No, neither love interest.
What legacy did he leave in his field?
He didn't only revolutionized education, he also laid the foundations for a philosophical tradition.
What institutions or places did he found?
"The Academy" was one of his most important creations. His name remains central to philosophy.
Did he like any sport of physical activity?
There's no direct evidence, however in his time the Greeks practiced physical activities.
Were calendars already used in Mexico when Plato was alive?
Yes, a ritual and a solar one were commonly used.
Where and when did he die?
In Athens, Greece, between the years 348 and 347 B.C .
What was his biggest proffesional obstacle?
Mainly the political crisis in Athens, the execution of Socrates and criticism to his philosophy.
How do they honor him today?
His work is studied worldwide and his name is associated with philosophy and political theory.
How did he normally dress?
As a classical thinker, he probably dressed in a simple period-appropiate way, wearing tunics.
What did the Mexican people eat in Plato's time?
Their diet was commonly based on corn, beans and chili.