Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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Truth is the beginning of every good thing, both in heaven and_x000D_ _x000D_ on earth; and he who would be blessed and happy should be from_x000D_ _x000D_ the first a partaker of truth, for then he can be trusted.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth is essential for happiness and trustworthiness.
This quote by Plato emphasizes that truth forms the foundation of all positive aspects of life, both divine and earthly. It suggests that to be truly blessed and happy, individuals must embrace truth from the very beginning, as doing so establishes a trustworthy character essential for genuine relationships and personal fulfillment.
Themes
TruthHappinessWisdomTrustGoodness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech about the importance of honesty.
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