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“Protagoras asserted that there are two sides to every question, exactly opposite to each other.” quote by Diogenes
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“Protagoras asserted that there are two sides to every question, exactly opposite to each other.”

Diogenes

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Source Dialogue: Plato's Protagoras, 5th century BC

Every question contains opposing viewpoints, highlighting the need to consider multiple perspectives before forming a judgment.

In simple terms: There are always two sides to a question.

Key Takeaway

Examine both sides before deciding.

Themes

debate duality critical thinking

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • law
  • ethics
  • personal decisions
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

dialectic relativism logic

Questions to Reflect On

  • What issues in your life show clear duality?
  • Can you find a third viewpoint?
A Different Perspective

Some issues may have more than two valid perspectives, complicating binary thinking.

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