Cheer Quote by Socrates
“And I say let a man be of good cheer about his soul. When the soul has been arrayed in her own proper jewels - temperance and justice, and courage, and nobility and truth - she is ready to go on her journey when the hour comes.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Plato’s Phaedrus, 370 BC
A soul equipped with virtues is prepared for life’s challenges when the time arrives.
In simple terms: Virtues ready the soul for its journey.
Cultivate temperance, justice, courage, truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical decisions
- life transitions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which virtue do you need to strengthen now?
- How do you apply these virtues daily?
Virtues alone may not guarantee success without action.