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“I prefer nothing, unless it is true.” quote by Plato — Download Open image

““I prefer nothing, unless it is true.””

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: Republic, Book VII, 380 BC

Only truth is worthy of desire; everything else is empty and unfulfilling.

In simple terms: Value truth above all else.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize truth in decisions.

Themes

truth philosophy values knowledge

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

ethical debates
personal decision making
education

Key Concepts

epistemology Socratic method idealism

Questions to Reflect On

What truths guide your life?
How do you handle uncertain information?

A Different Perspective

Truth can be subjective or hard to verify.

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