Justice prevails over transgression when she comes to the end of the race.
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Far best is he who is himself all-wise, and he, too, good who listens to wise words; But whoso is not wise or lays to hear another's wisdom is a useless man.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True wisdom comes from being wise oneself, but it is also beneficial to listen to the wise. Those who neither possess wisdom nor seek it are of little value.
This quote by Hesiod emphasizes the importance of both possessing wisdom and having the humility to learn from others. It suggests that while self-knowledge and wisdom are paramount, there is great value in listening to and heeding the advice of those who are knowledgeable. Conversely, it warns against being ignorant or indifferent to wisdom, portraying such individuals as lacking value in society.
Themes
WisdomLearningKnowledgeListeningUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the importance of mentorship in education.
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