Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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The true lover of knowledge naturally strives for truth, and is not content with common opinion, but soars with undimmed and unwearied passion till he grasps the essential nature of things.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A true lover of knowledge seeks deeper truths beyond popular beliefs with unwavering passion.
This quote by Plato emphasizes the importance of a deep and genuine pursuit of knowledge. It highlights that a real seeker of truth does not simply accept commonly held opinions but strives tirelessly to understand the fundamental nature of reality, demonstrating a passionate commitment to learning that goes beyond superficial understanding.
Themes
KnowledgeTruthWisdomPassionLearning
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of education, one could use this quote to inspire students.
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