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“An honest man is always a child. [Lat., Semper bonus homo tiro est.]” quote by Socrates
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“An honest man is always a child. [Lat., Semper bonus homo tiro est.]”

Socrates

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Source Dialogue: Plato's Theaetetus, attributed to Socrates, 5th century BC

A truly honest person retains childlike openness and curiosity.

In simple terms: Honesty equals childlike openness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate childlike curiosity.

Themes

honesty innocence learning

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • education
  • parenting
  • personal development
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does childlike honesty affect relationships?
  • Can honesty coexist with sophistication?
A Different Perspective

Childlike honesty may be naive.

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