Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Justice is the loveliest and health is the best. but the sweetest to obtain is the heart's desire.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice and health are important, but true fulfillment comes from achieving one's deepest desires.
In this quote, Aristotle highlights the significance of justice and health in living a good life. However, he emphasizes that the ultimate pursuit must be the attainment of one's heart's desires, as it is through these desires that individuals find true happiness and satisfaction in life.
Themes
JusticeHealthDesireHappinessFulfillment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the importance of pursuing one's dreams during a motivational talk.
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