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Deceives Quote by Plato

“Everything that deceives may be said to enchant.” quote by Plato — Download Open image

“Everything that deceives may be said to enchant.”

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: Phaedrus, c. 370 BC

Deception can be alluring, akin to enchantment, blurring truth and illusion.

In simple terms: Deception feels magical.

Key Takeaway

Question appearances critically.

Themes

philosophy truth illusion

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

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Key Concepts

epistemology ethics rhetoric

Questions to Reflect On

When is persuasion harmless?
How can we differentiate enchantment from truth?

A Different Perspective

May overstate danger of all persuasion.

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