Plato is a founder of Western Philosophy.
Plato . He is widely considered the most pivotal figure in the development of philosophy , especially the Western tradition . In addition to being a foundational figure for Western science , philosophy , and mathematics , Plato has also often been cited as one of the founders of Western religion and spirituality . Plato appears to have been the founder of Western political philosophy , with his Republic , and Laws among other dialogues , providing some of the earliest extant treatments of political questions from a philosophical perspective .