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Freedom Quote by Plato

“Either we shall find what it is we are seeking or at least we shall free ourselves from the persuasion that we know what we do not know.” quote by Plato
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“Either we shall find what it is we are seeking or at least we shall free ourselves from the persuasion that we know what we do not know.”

Plato

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: The Republic, Plato, c. 380 BC

We either discover what we truly seek or free ourselves from the false belief of knowing what we do not know.

In simple terms: Find truth or admit ignorance.

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity, release false certainty.

Themes

philosophy knowledge self-awareness

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic study
  • personal reflection
  • decision making

Key Concepts

Epistemology Socratic method

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you assume you know?
  • How can you test those assumptions?
A Different Perspective

Human nature often clings to perceived knowledge.

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