the allegory of the cave
"The Allegory of the Cave" is a metaphorical story presented by philosopher Plato. It depicts a group of prisoners who have been chained in a dark cave since birth, perceiving only the shadows cast on the cave wall as reality. The allegory explores the idea of ignorance and enlightenment, suggesting that true knowledge can only be attained by breaking free from the limited perception of the cave and perceiving the world as it truly is.
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