: In the Republic and Laws , Plato explored the theme of "becoming like god" ( homoiōsistheōh o m o i ō s i s t h e ō
). He argued that gods are entirely lacking in badness; therefore, for a human to be godlike, they must cultivate moral goodness and wisdom. GODLIKE
Many religious traditions view godlikeness as the ultimate goal of human development. : In the Republic and Laws , Plato
: Aristotle contrasted the "godlike man" with the rule of law, suggesting that a truly superior individual might transcend the need for standard legal frameworks due to their perfect prudence and virtue. 2. Spiritual and Religious Interpretations : In the Republic and Laws