classical idealism

Classical idealism is a philosophical theory that emphasizes the importance of ideas and mental concepts over the material world. It suggests that reality is fundamentally shaped by the mind and that what we perceive is influenced by our thoughts, beliefs, and ideals rather than just physical objects. Plato, a key figure in this philosophy, argued that abstract forms or ideals, such as beauty and justice, are more real than the physical things we see. In essence, classical idealism prioritizes the realm of ideas as the foundation of understanding reality.