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Plato was somewhat unmerciful to many open ideas about music during his time. During the time period of Ancient Greece, he influenced other philosophers to also think about music and its limitations; by limitations I mean good and bad points about it. Ranging from the Republic to his Musical Idealism, Plato’s thoughts and opinions on music are expressed. In the Republic, Plato explained and contemplated music in the ideal state, the Laws; involving conclusions for the general good and bad for the people. Within the ideal state, Plato regards music as of great importance. Music should not be used to entertain people, yet used to “help in building up a harmonious personality and in calming the human passions.” Education involving music helps