Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Neither by nature, then, nor contrary to nature do the virtues arise in us; rather we are adapted by nature to receive them, and are made perfect by habit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Virtues are not innate nor imposed from outside; they develop through our natural capacity and habitual practice.
In this quote, Aristotle emphasizes that virtues are not inherent traits nor artificially instilled in us; instead, they emerge from our natural predisposition and are refined through consistent practice and habit. This understanding asserts that while we may have the potential to embody virtues, it is our daily actions and habits that shape and perfect these qualities over time.
Themes
VirtueNatureHabitPracticeCharacter
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal development, one might state: 'Remember, virtues are cultivated through your daily habits, as Aristotle taught us.'
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