The Republic of Plato

by Plato

Clearly.

And that the best of these must rule.

That is also clear.

Now, are not the best husbandmen those who are most devoted to husbandry?

Yes.

And as we are to have the best of guardians for our city, must they not be those who have most the character of guardians?

Yes.

And to this end they ought to be wise and efficient, and to have a special care of the State?

[D] True.

Those are to be appointed rulers who have been tested in all the stages of their life; And a man will be most likely to care about that which he loves?