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“We must speak first about the division of land and about those who cultivate it: who should they be and what kind of person? We do not agree with those who have said that property should be communally owned, but we do believe that there should be a friendly arrangement for its common use, and that…” quote by Aristotle
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“We must speak first about the division of land and about those who cultivate it: who should they be and what kind of person? We do not agree with those who have said that property should be communally owned, but we do believe that there should be a friendly arrangement for its common use, and that none of the citizens should be without means of support.”

Aristotle

About This Quote

It argues for a balanced view of property: not fully communal, but shared with fair access and support for all citizens.

In simple terms: Property should be shared fairly, not owned by everyone or a few.

Key Takeaway

Promote equitable resource distribution.

Themes

justice property social equity community fairness

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • land reform
  • urban planning
  • social welfare
  • economic policy

Key Concepts

communal ownership private rights social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure fair access while respecting ownership?
  • What mechanisms prevent abuse of shared resources?
A Different Perspective

Implementing shared use can be complex and may conflict with individual rights.

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