immobile on Nostr: "Socrates argues that while ordinary citizens should not lie, philosopher-kings ...

"Socrates argues that while ordinary citizens should not lie, philosopher-kings (rulers) are permitted to tell "noble lies" when necessary for the good of the state. These include:

The Noble Lie: A myth told to citizens to foster social cohesion and acceptance of their role in the hierarchy.

Medical Lies: Deceptions used to protect friends or prevent harm, analogous to how a doctor might prescribe a necessary treatment.

Enemy Deception: Falsehoods told to adversaries in times of war or political crisis.

Socrates maintains that these verbal falsehoods are not "pure" lies because they are conscious fictions used instrumentally, whereas the true lie corrupts the soul itself. "

Kike logic detected.