Thrasymachus Vs Plato

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To begin, distinguishing justice as a virtue within the individual did not become set in stone until the first city, known as the “The Just City” was accomplished. Thrasymachus stated that, “Justice is nothing other than what is advantageous for the stronger” (Plato, pg. 15, 338c). He also said that anyone who establishes a rule often is more advantageous and therefore a more just person. However, Socrates disagrees with Thrsymachus saying that the people above should not necessarily be assumed just only because they are wealthier. Later, Plato introduces how a level of classes within the city would constitute justice and how if everyone accepts their position within society a city will ultimately run in a more reasonable manner. The three