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“Any one who has common sense will remember that the bewilderments of the eyes are of two kinds, and arise from two causes, either from coming out of the light or from going into the light, which is true of the mind's eye, quite as much as of the bodily eye” quote by Plato
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““Any one who has common sense will remember that the bewilderments of the eyes are of two kinds, and arise from two causes, either from coming out of the light or from going into the light, which is true of the mind's eye, quite as much as of the bodily eye””

Plato

About This Quote

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

Perception can be confused by light or darkness, mirroring how the mind can be misled by clarity or obscurity.

In simple terms: Perception can be misleading.

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity beyond appearances.

Themes

philosophy perception light and darkness

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • critical thinking
  • spiritual insight
  • psychology

Key Concepts

mind illusion knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern truth?
  • What helps you see clearly?
A Different Perspective

Illusion can be hard to detect.

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