Virtue isn't not wronging others but not wishing to wrong others.
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It is godlike ever to think on something beautiful and on something new.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the divine nature of appreciating beauty and innovation.
Democritus suggests that to engage in the contemplation of beauty and the pursuit of new ideas is a godlike attribute. This reflects the importance of recognizing aesthetic value and creativity in life, elevating the human experience beyond the mundane to something that is truly sublime and transformative.
Themes
BeautyInnovationCreativityContemplationDivine
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about art appreciation, one could use this quote to highlight the significance of recognizing beauty.
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