Doctrine Quote by Plato
“A man's duty is to find out where the truth is, or if he cannot, at least to take the best possible human doctrine and the hardest to disprove, and to ride on this like a raft over the waters of life.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book IV, Plato, 380 BC
A person should seek truth, and if impossible, adopt the most defensible belief and let it guide life.
In simple terms: Seek truth or adopt the best defendable belief to guide you.
Key Takeaway
Hold a well‑tested belief as your life’s compass.
Themes
philosophy
truth
belief
life
guidance
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- education
- leadership
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
epistemology
pragmatism
ethical living
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief do you rely on when truth is unclear?
- How do you test a doctrine’s resilience?
A Different Perspective
Beliefs may be challenged; no doctrine is immune to criticism.
