Motif
divine inner metal contrasted with earthly metal
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A motif of the Sacred Treasures and Power Objects family, within the sub-family Divine and Named Weapons. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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greek
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The Republic The Republic / THE REPUBLIC / INTRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS.; lines 1854-1938 confidence: medium
The guardians are to have no property, limited pay, and common meals; divine gold and silver are in their souls, while earthly gold is accursed to them, and private property would make them tyrants and bring ruin.
Gold and silver are said to be divine gifts in the soul, while ordinary gold is earthly dross and accursed for the guardians.
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