Plato begins the passage by efficiently continuing a conversation regarding the state of women in comparison to man within society. The general message of this text comes to the consensus that women should be included in the many duties that men do, but should be given those duties to a lesser extent to keep women’s involvement in working society to a minimum but still consider them as people. An example this is stated during the conversations’ conclusion which states “They must play their part in war and in all other duties of a Guardian, which will be their sole occupation; only, as they are the weaker sex, we must give them a lighter share of these duties than men” (p. 35). An additional consensus regarding men is formed, stating that not all men are equal to each other (p. 35) and thus requiring a form of educational system to help make the best male (and female) guardians possible, although women are the weaker partners in all aspects. Plato shares this information in an effective way which paints a picture for the observer through a conversation, a discussion about the status of individuals in society and what decisions should be made to help us prosper efficiently, while taking the right actions in regards to other people such as women. …show more content…
35) is an example of this methodology being used to a high degree of effectiveness, while justifying the use and role women have in society, a progressive idea to help women become the best they can (even if it is still lesser than