Able Quote by Plato
“Life must be lived as play, playing certain games, making sacrifices, singing and dancing, and then a man will be able to propitiate the gods.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: The Republic, Book IV, 400 BC
Life is a series of roles and rituals that, when performed sincerely, bring harmony with the divine.
In simple terms: Live life as a series of purposeful games.
Key Takeaway
Embrace each role fully.
Themes
purpose
ritual
divine
play
sacrifice
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- theatre
- sports
- family gatherings
- spiritual ceremonies
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethics
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you find sacredness in everyday tasks?
- What rituals give your life meaning?
A Different Perspective
Too idealistic for modern secular life.
