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The Allegory Of The Cave And The Parable Of The Seed

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When Jesus walked the Earth, he multiplied himself by his disciples, also many progressive leaders would share their knowledge to enlighten the rest of the population. When pursuing knowledge, the effects could range from success, to positive life changes, or even greater intelligence. Of all the things that could unfold, "The Allegory of the Cave" and "The Parable of the Seed" suggest that the effect of the pursuit of knowledge emerges a multiplication of the knowledge.

First, The Allegory of the Cave by Plato gives a story that indicates the effect of pursuing knowledge being a sense of duty to enlighten others. The story is of two men who have been chastened since childhood. The prisoners have known nothing other than shadows on a cave

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