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“Virtue, though she gets her beginning from nature, yet receives her finishing touches from learning.” quote by Quintilian — Download Open image

“Virtue, though she gets her beginning from nature, yet receives her finishing touches from learning.”

About This Quote

Source Treat: Institutio Oratoria, Book 10, 1st century AD

Nature provides the base of virtue, but education refines it.

In simple terms: Nature gives virtue; learning perfects it.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate virtue through study and experience.

Themes

education moral development philosophy

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

parenting
teaching
self‑improvement
leadership training

Key Concepts

nature vs nurture ethical formation

Questions to Reflect On

How does education shape your moral compass?
Can innate traits be improved without formal learning?

A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on learning may neglect innate qualities.

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