Bonus Quote by Socrates
“An honest man is always a child. [Lat., Semper bonus homo tiro est.]”
About This Quote
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.
Cultivate childlike curiosity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- personal development
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does childlike honesty affect relationships?
- Can honesty coexist with sophistication?
Childlike honesty may be naive.