Arise Quote by Marsilio Ficino
“The abstractionist and the materialist thus mutually exasperating each other, and the scoffer expressing the worst of materialism, there arises a third party to occupy the middle ground between these two, the skeptic, namely. He finds both wrong by being in extremes. He labors to plant his feet, to be the beam of the balance.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Dialogue on the Two Extremes, 1485
The materialist and theistist clash, prompting a skeptic to seek a balanced middle path, rejecting both extremes.
In simple terms: A skeptic tries to balance opposing views.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance, avoid extremes.
Themes
philosophy
balance
skepticism
extremes
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political debate
- ethical decisions
- personal belief formation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
dialectic
moderation
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one maintain conviction while staying balanced?
- When does moderation become passivity?
A Different Perspective
Balancing may lead to indecision or loss of conviction.
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