Timaeus

Plato, an Athenian philosopher from Ancient Greece, significantly shaped Western thought as the founder of the Academy, the first institution of higher learning. Renowned for his influence alongside Socrates and Aristotle, he is pivotal in the development of philosophy. His ideas laid the groundwork for neoplatonism, impacting early Christian thought through figures like Augustine. Plato's work transcends philosophy, establishing him as a key figure in the foundations of Western religion and spirituality.