Plato Would Not Retire: Why Passion Never Rests

Introduction: Rethinking Retirement—A Philosopher’s Challenge Imagine telling Plato, the great Greek philosopher, that at 65, he should stop asking questions, stop seeking truth, and settle for a life of leisure. He would likely raise an eyebrow and ask: “Why?” For Plato, life was a journey of learning, growth, and purpose—a quest that never truly ends….