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“Any one who has common sense will remember that the bewilderments of the eyes are of two kinds, and arise from two causes, either from coming out of the light or from going into the light Plato Allegory of the Cave” quote by Platone
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““Any one who has common sense will remember that the bewilderments of the eyes are of two kinds, and arise from two causes, either from coming out of the light or from going into the light Plato Allegory of the Cave””

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Source Philosophical Dialogue: Republic, Book VII – Allegory of the Cave

Distinguishes two types of visual confusion: moving from darkness to light or from light to darkness.

In simple terms: Two kinds of visual bewilderment.

Key Takeaway

Seek true understanding, not illusion.

Themes

knowledge perception illusion

Mood

inquisitive serious

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • critical thinking
  • spiritual awakening

Key Concepts

epistemology metaphysics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “light” are you moving toward?
  • How do you handle uncertainty?
A Different Perspective

Transition can be disorienting.

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