Beast Quote by Plutarch
“As geographers, Sosius, crowd into the edges of their maps parts of the world which they do not know about, adding notes in the margin to the effect that beyond this lies nothing but sandy deserts full of wild beasts, and unapproachable bogs.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Text: Lives of the Greeks and Romans, 2nd century
Geographers label unknown lands as dangerous, reflecting fear of the unknown.
In simple terms: Unknown places are seen as threatening.
Key Takeaway
Challenge assumptions about the unknown.
Themes
exploration
fear
unknown
Mood
curious
cautious
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- travel planning
- risk assessment
- scientific research
Key Concepts
cartography
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What unknowns intrigue you?
- How do you confront fear of uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Not all unknowns are dangerous; curiosity can lead to discovery.
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