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Beauty Quote by Plato

“Remember how in that communion only, beholding beauty with the eye of the mind, he will be enabled to bring forth, not images of beauty, but realities (for he has hold not of an image but of a reality), and bringing forth and nourishing true virtue to become the friend of God and be immortal, if…” quote by Plato
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“Remember how in that communion only, beholding beauty with the eye of the mind, he will be enabled to bring forth, not images of beauty, but realities (for he has hold not of an image but of a reality), and bringing forth and nourishing true virtue to become the friend of God and be immortal, if mortal man may.”

Plato

About This Quote

True insight comes from perceiving the essence of beauty, not just its image, fostering virtue and a divine connection.

In simple terms: Seeing deeper than appearances.

Key Takeaway

Seek understanding beyond surface.

Themes

philosophy beauty virtue

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • art criticism
  • personal development
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

metaphysics spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice seeing the underlying reality?
  • What virtues arise from deeper perception?
A Different Perspective

Pure perception is rare and may be limited by personal bias.

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