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Men of sound sense have Law for their god, but men without…

“Men of sound sense have Law for their god, but men without sense Pleasure.” quote by Plato
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“Men of sound sense have Law for their god, but men without sense Pleasure.”

Plato

About This Quote

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

Reasoned law guides the wise; pleasure without wisdom leads astray.

In simple terms: Wise people follow law; the follow pleasure.

Key Takeaway

Seek wisdom before pleasure.

Themes

philosophy law wisdom pleasure

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal reform
  • personal conduct
  • education

Key Concepts

ethical theory justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does law play in your life?
  • Can pleasure be ethical?
A Different Perspective

Pleasure can dominate without moral grounding.

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