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To be curious about that which is not one's concern while still in ignorance of oneself is ridiculous.
Interpretation
What this quote means
It's foolish to be interested in matters that do not concern you while being unaware of your own self.
This quote by Plato emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the folly of being overly curious about external issues without first understanding oneself. It suggests that true wisdom begins with introspection and an awareness of one's own thoughts and feelings, rather than being distracted by the concerns of others.
Themes
CuriositySelf-AwarenessWisdomIgnoranceSelf-Reflection
In practice
Example use cases
In a philosophical discussion about priorities in life, I would quote Plato to remind others to focus on self-awareness.
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