God Quote by Plato
“God is truth and light his shadow.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book VII, 380 BC
Truth and light are synonymous with the divine; shadows represent ignorance.
In simple terms: God is truth and light, shadows are ignorance.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth, avoid illusion.
Themes
philosophy
metaphysics
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- education
- spiritual practice
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
truth
light
shadow
divinity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate truth from illusion?
- What shadows cloud your understanding?
A Different Perspective
Human perception is limited.
