Ambition Quote by Plato
“One trait in the philosopher's character we can assume is his love of the knowledge that reveals eternal reality, the realm unaffected by change and decay. He is in love with the whole of that reality, and will not willingly be deprived even of the most insignificant fragment of it - just like the lovers and men of ambition we described earlier on.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Republic, Plato, c. 380 BC
Philosophers love immutable truth and cling to even tiny pieces of it, similar to lovers and ambitious men.
In simple terms: Philosophers cherish unchanging truth and hold onto any part of it.
Key Takeaway
Seek enduring truths, value even small insights.
Themes
philosophy
truth
ambition
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Metaphysics
eternity
knowledge
love
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths do you hold onto despite change?
- How does love for truth affect daily life?
A Different Perspective
Intellectual pursuit can isolate one from practical concerns.
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