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Tag Archives: @philo_quotes
It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.
It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live. – Marcus Aurelius What does that mean? While this appears to be an interesting German to English translation, the core of the quote … Continue reading
Posted in fear, limits, listening, live, question, reflection
Tagged @philo_quotes, death, fear, live, Marcus Aurelius
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If merely ‘feeling good’ could decide, drunkenness would be the supremely valid human experience.
If merely ‘feeling good’ could decide, drunkenness would be the supremely valid human experience. – William James What does that mean? This quote is part of a larger discussion of the way we make decisions and determine what we think … Continue reading
Posted in contemplation, decision, judgement, moderation, struggle, time
Tagged @philo_quotes, decide, drunkenness, feeling good, William James
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Beware of the person of one book.
Beware of the person of one book. – Thomas Aquinas What does that mean? These words have been used in many different ways, from a warning regarding the narrow nature of such a person (ie not broadly educated). But in … Continue reading
Posted in belief, education, knowledge, learning, question, truth
Tagged @philo_quotes, beware, book, person, Thomas Aquinas
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Your descendants shall gather your fruits.
Your descendants shall gather your fruits. – Virgil What does that mean? also translated as “your grandchildren shall gather your fruits,” it is part of a discussion of the times of harvesting, and of the planting of fruit trees (pears, … Continue reading
The whole is more than the sum of its parts
The whole is more than the sum of its parts – Aristotle What does that mean? Also translated as “The whole is greater than the part,” this quote is about how much better things are together than as pieces. The … Continue reading
Posted in communication, contribution, friendship, help, learning, potential
Tagged @philo_quotes, Aristotle, more, sum, whole
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Most men seem to live according to sense rather than reason.
Most men seem to live according to sense rather than reason. – Saint Thomas Aquinas What does that mean? To me, this quote is about the difference between sense (sensations), and reason (logic). Living according to sense is about feelings, … Continue reading
Posted in balance, choice, delay, habits, moderation, self improvement
Tagged @philo_quotes, live, reason, Saint Thomas Aquinas, sense
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Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide.
Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide. – Cicero What does that mean? Excess is often synonymous with too much of something. But you can also have an excess of caution, or in other words, you can … Continue reading
Posted in action, examine, learning, moderation, self improvement, thinking
Tagged @philo_quotes, Cicero, excess, moderation, never
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What is permissible is not always honorable.
What is permissible is not always honorable. – Cicero What does that mean? As many large societies are based on laws, we tend to focus on what is permissible and what is proscribed, without much thought in regards to why. … Continue reading
Posted in character, communication, decision, honor, value, wisdom
Tagged @philo_quotes, Cicero, decision, honorable, permissible
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Ability without honor is useless.
Ability without honor is useless. – Cicero What does that mean? A similar quote is attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, who said “Ability without honor has no value,” so it appears to be a popular thought. Ability, in this quote, … Continue reading
Posted in ability, action, decision, honor, opportunity, reflection
Tagged @philo_quotes, ability, Cicero, honor, useless
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He who has great power should use it lightly.
He who has great power should use it lightly. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote is from a play by Seneca, wherein the Greek heroes Pyrrhus (son of Achilles) and Agamemnon are discussing the fate (death) of a … Continue reading
Whatever one of us blames in another, each one will find in his own heart.
Whatever one of us blames in another, each one will find in his own heart. – Seneca What does that mean? This is a translator’s version of “And so each man will find in his own breast the fault which … Continue reading
Posted in anger, emotion, failure, forgiveness, kindness, self knowledge
Tagged @philo_quotes, blame, find, heart, Seneca
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Nowhere can man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul.
Nowhere can man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul. – Marcus Aurelius What does that mean? To me, this quote is a bit of a double edged sword. If your soul (to me, this … Continue reading
Posted in calm, emotion, habits, learning, peace, struggle
Tagged @philo_quotes, Marcus Aurelius, quieter, soul, untroubled
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A kingdom founded on injustice never lasts.
A kingdom founded on injustice never lasts. – Seneca What does that mean? This is also alternately translated in the following manner: “Unjust rule never abides continually.” This quote is an interesting observation of the basics of human nature. Humans … Continue reading
For many men, the acquisition of wealth does not end their troubles, it only changes them.
For many men, the acquisition of wealth does not end their troubles, it only changes them. – Seneca What does that mean? This is a meta-quote, with Seneca quoting Epicurus : “The acquisition of riches has been for many men, … Continue reading
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation. – Saint Augustine What does that mean? This is an interesting quote. Can you do just a little? Do you know what is the correct amount for you, and for the … Continue reading
Posted in learning, moderation, plan, self knowledge, strength, weakness
Tagged @philo_quotes, abstinence, moderation, perfect, Saint Augustine
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