Degrees Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“Socrates and Plato are right: whatever man does he always does well, that is, he does that which seems to him good (useful) according to the degree of his intellect, the particular standard of his reasonableness.”
About This Quote
People act according to what they deem useful based on intellect and reason.
In simple terms: Actions reflect perceived usefulness and rational judgment.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with reasoned usefulness.
Themes
ethics
intellect
reason
Mood
analytical
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- education
- leadership
Key Concepts
philosophy
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What standards guide your decisions?
- How do you assess usefulness?
A Different Perspective
Subjective definitions of “good” can be biased.
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