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“My opinion is: Truth must be absolute and that you Mr. Protagoras, are absolutely in error. Since this is indeed my opinion, then you must concede that it is true according to your philosophy.” quote by Plato
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““My opinion is: Truth must be absolute and that you Mr. Protagoras, are absolutely in error. Since this is indeed my opinion, then you must concede that it is true according to your philosophy.””

Plato

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

Plato argues that truth is absolute and that Protagoras' relativism is mistaken, insisting his own view is true within his philosophical framework.

In simple terms: Truth is absolute; relativism is wrong.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the limits of relativism.

Themes

philosophy epistemology truth debate

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical debate

When to use this quote

  • academic discussion
  • ethical reasoning
  • political theory

Key Concepts

absolutism relativism Socratic method

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you consider any truths as context‑dependent?
  • How does absolute truth affect moral judgments?
A Different Perspective

Relativistic perspectives can challenge absolute claims.

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