Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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Interference by the three classes with each other s jobs, and interchange of jobs between them, therefore, does the greatest harm to our state, and we are entirely justified in calling it the worst of evils.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the disruption caused by overlapping roles and responsibilities in society.
Plato highlights the significant issues that arise when different classes in society interfere with one another's responsibilities and roles. This interference leads to chaos and dysfunction, which Plato believes is one of the gravest threats to the well-being of the state. By stressing the importance of distinct roles, he advocates for a harmonious society where each class operates within its own domain.
Themes
SocietyRolesResponsibilitiesJusticeInterferenceHarmony
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the importance of clear boundaries in roles within organizations.
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