Aim Quote by Plato
“Remember our words, then, and whatever is your aim let virtue be the condition of the attainment of your aim, and know that without this all possessions and pursuits are dishonourable and evil.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Republic, Book IV, c. 380 BC
Virtue should guide all goals; without it, achievements are meaningless and corrupt.
In simple terms: Virtue is essential for true success.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with virtue.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
goal setting
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal ambition
- political leadership
- business strategy
- education
Key Concepts
moral virtue
integrity
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues guide your ambitions?
- Can success exist without virtue?
A Different Perspective
Virtue alone may not guarantee success.
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