That man is best who sees the truth himself. Good too is…
“That man is best who sees the truth himself. Good too is he who listens to wise counsel. But who is neither wise himself nor willing to ponder wisdom is not worth a straw.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Wisdom requires self‑knowledge, listening, and contemplation; lacking these makes counsel worthless.
In simple terms: Wisdom needs self‑knowledge and listening.
Key Takeaway
Seek counsel and reflect before acting.
Themes
wisdom
self‑knowledge
listening
contemplation
Mood
reflective
didactic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- leadership
- education
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
ancient literature
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you truly listening to wise counsel?
- How can you improve self‑reflection?
A Different Perspective
Self‑knowledge is hard to achieve without effort.