Plato Wisdom Quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What did Plato say about Wisdom?

Plato has written many quotes about Wisdom. E.g.,

  • Wisdom alone is the science of other sciences.
  • The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom.
  • A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers.

What are the top most famous Wisdom quotes by Plato?

Here are the top most famous quotes about Wisdom by Plato.

  • Wisdom alone is the science of other sciences.
  • The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom.
  • A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers.
  • Knowledge without justice ought to be called cunning rather than wisdom.
  • There are three classes of men lovers of wisdom, lovers of honor, and lovers of gain.
  • Cunning... is but the low mimic of wisdom.
  • We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy is when men are afraid of the light.
  • At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet.
  • Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something.