Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Therefore, the good of man must be the end of the science of politics.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The ultimate goal of political science should be the well-being of humanity.
In this quote, Aristotle emphasizes that the primary objective of political science should be to achieve the good of man, suggesting that politics should serve humanity and promote ethical and just governance. This highlights the importance of moral considerations in political theory and practice, asserting that policies and governance should reflect human values and the common good.
Themes
PoliticsGoodHumanityEthicsGovernance
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about civic responsibility, one might use this quote to stress the importance of serving the community.
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