Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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States are as the men, they grow out of human characters.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The character of a state is shaped by the character of its people.
In this quote, Plato suggests that the nature of a society or government is directly influenced by the moral and ethical character of the individuals that compose it. Just as a person's traits determine how they interact with the world, the collective character of a population dictates the laws, culture, and values of a state, emphasizing the importance of individual virtue in creating a just and effective political system.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a political debate, to emphasize the importance of ethical leadership.
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