Buying Quote by Plato
“There is far greater peril in buying knowledge than in buying meat and drink.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Gorgias, 380 BC
Pursuing knowledge can be riskier than satisfying basic needs because it challenges beliefs and may cause conflict.
In simple terms: Knowledge can be dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Balance learning with practicality.
Themes
knowledge
risk
philosophy
human nature
Mood
inquisitive
cautious
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- education
- political debate
- personal growth
Key Concepts
critical thinking
truth
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- When does knowledge become a threat?
- How can we mitigate risks of new ideas?
A Different Perspective
May ignore the empowerment that knowledge provides.
