Although virtue receives some of its excellencies from…
“Although virtue receives some of its excellencies from nature, yet it is perfected by education. [Lat., Virtus, etiamsi quosdam impetus a natura sumit, tamen perficienda doctrina est.]”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Virtue is partly innate but is fully developed through learning and instruction.
In simple terms: Nature gives a start; education finishes virtue.
Cultivate virtue through study.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- schooling
- mentorship
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does education shape moral character?
- Can virtue exist without formal teaching?
Innate traits may limit growth without proper guidance.