Good character is not formed in a week or a month. It is created little by little, day by day. Protracted and patient effort is needed to develop good character.
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Of all whose words I have heard, no one attains to this, to know that wisdom is apart from all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True wisdom exists independently and transcends ordinary understanding.
This quote by Heraclitus suggests that genuine wisdom is not merely a collection of knowledge or philosophies but exists in a realm of its own, separate from conventional beliefs. The quote emphasizes the distinction between superficial knowledge and profound understanding, highlighting that true wisdom transcends societal norms and perceptions.
Themes
WisdomKnowledgeUnderstandingSeparationPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophy seminar, this quote can be used to spark a discussion on the nature of wisdom.
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