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A sensible man will remember that the eyes may be confused…

“A sensible man will remember that the eyes may be confused in two ways - by a change from light to darkness or from darkness to light; and he will recognise that the same thing happens to the soul.” quote by Plato
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““A sensible man will remember that the eyes may be confused in two ways - by a change from light to darkness or from darkness to light; and he will recognise that the same thing happens to the soul.””

Plato

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A wise person recognizes that perception can be misleading, whether moving from light to darkness or vice versa, and applies this to the soul.

In simple terms: Perception can be deceptive; recognize it.

Key Takeaway

Question appearances.

Themes

philosophy perception truth

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

quote philosophical

When to use this quote

  • critical thinking
  • moral decision making
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

epistemology self‑knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you test your perceptions?
  • What “light” and “darkness” guide your soul?
A Different Perspective

May be abstract for practical use.

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