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“And if we are good, we are beneficent: for all good things are beneficial. Are they not?” quote by Plato
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“And if we are good, we are beneficent: for all good things are beneficial. Are they not?”

Plato

About This Quote

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

Goodness is inherently beneficial; moral virtue yields positive outcomes for all.

In simple terms: Goodness benefits everyone.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate virtue for collective well‑being.

Themes

ethics virtue beneficence

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • leadership
  • community building

Key Concepts

philosophy moral theory human flourishing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we practice virtue daily?
  • What obstacles hinder beneficent actions?
A Different Perspective

Virtue alone may not guarantee happiness.

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