Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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So it is clear that the search for what is just is a search for the mean; for the law is the mean.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of justice is about finding a balanced perspective, as justice itself embodies moderation.
In this quote, Aristotle suggests that justice is not an extreme but rather a balance between excess and deficiency. The idea is that true justice is found in moderation, representing the mean that guides ethical and moral decision-making, emphasizing the importance of equilibrium in our actions and societal laws.
Themes
JusticeMeanBalanceModerationEthicsLaw
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about fairness in societal laws, one might say, 'As Aristotle noted, the search for what is just is a search for the mean.'
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