c. 428/427 BCE
c. 407 BCE
Plato becomes a student of Socrates, laying the foundation for his philosophical thinking.
c. 387 BCE
Plato establishes the Academy in Athens, considered the first institution of higher education in the Western world.
c. 360 BCE
Plato's most famous work, The Republic, is published, presenting his ideas on justice, politics, and the ideal state.
c. 348/347 BCE
Plato passes away in Athens, leaving behind a rich legacy of philosophical thought and education.
Legacy
Plato's lasting legacy includes his influential philosophical works, his establishment of the Academy, and his enduring impact on Western thought and education.