Aristotle's Politics
1. According to Aristotle, who were slaves, and what is their place in society?
Aristotle on Slavery; The Politics.
Aristotle on Slavery; The Politics.
According to Aristotle, anyone who is ruled is a slave. Aristotle sees slaves as the means by which the master secures his livelihood (makes his money). Slaves are meant to carry the burden for those who rule in society.