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Quote of the day by Plato: ‘Either we shall find what it is we are seeking or at least…’ – Greek philosopher on how ignorance can lead to true wisdom

Quote of the day: Ancient Greek philosopher Plato, a student of Socrates, believed true wisdom stems from acknowledging what we don't know. His dialogues, like 'The Republic,' explored justice and reality, founding the first Western institution of higher learning. Plato's legacy, carried by Aristotle, continues to influence thought, emphasizing intellectual…

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“Are You A Great Thinker?”: Pass This 24-Question Culture & Philosophy Quiz To Prove It

Are you ready to test your mind against the greatest thinkers in human history? From ancient philosophy and the groundbreaking ideas of Socrates to the artistic vision behind Rembrandt and the cultural revolutions that shaped our modern world, history is built on world-altering concepts. In this ultimate big ideas quiz,…

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AI doesn’t just help us think, it thinks instead of us: what this means for the process of learning

Deep in Book VII of Plato’s Republic, Socrates describes prisoners chained inside a cave, mistaking shadows cast on a wall by firelight for reality itself. They name the shadows, debate them and develop expertise about them. The prisoners are completely, sincerely wrong, and they have no idea. The cave isn’t…

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Quote of the Day by Ancient Greek philosopher Plato: “If women are expected to… – Inspiring lessons on education, fairness, empowerment and why true justice in society depends on equality by the foundational thinker of Western philosophy known for his ideas on truth, ethics, and ideal society

Quote of the Day by Plato: Plato’s quote, “If women are expected to do the same work as men, we must teach them the same things,” explores the importance of equality in education as a foundation for fairness in society. The quote suggests that equal responsibility in work must be…

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Quote of the Day by the father of Political Philosophy Plato: 'When men speak ill of thee...' – Aristotle's teachers' timeless reminder that reputation is built through actions, not rumours

Quote of the Day: Ancient Greek philosopher Plato offered timeless wisdom on handling criticism. His words advise living a life of such honesty and integrity that false accusations lose their power. This approach emphasises that consistent actions and character build a reputation stronger than any spoken falsehood.

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Quote of the day by Plato: 'All men are by nature equal, made all of the same earth by one Workman, and however we...' - inspiring lessons on equality, respect, why status or wealth does not define a person’s worth by father of idealism and originator of platonic love concept

Quote of the day by Plato: Ancient Greek philosopher Plato believed all humans are equal by nature. He stated a poor peasant holds the same worth as a mighty prince before God. This timeless message challenges societal hierarchies. It reminds us that true value lies not in wealth or status…

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Chinese Proverb of the Day: “know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be...” — Could Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old wisdom be the secret to success in life, business, and relationships?

Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated” remains one of the most influential lessons from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. This Chinese proverb teaches that success begins with self-awareness and understanding others. Echoing Lao Tzu’s “Knowing yourself is true…

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Quote of the day by Plato: “The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is...”

Some quotes survive because they sound wise. Others survive because they create a small moment of discomfort. They stay in people's minds because they touch something that still feels real long after the world around them changes. This line linked to Plato belongs in that second category. It does not…

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Quote of the day by Socrates: “By all means marry; if you get a good wife, you’ll become happy; if you get a bad one, you’ll become a philosopher.”

This line is one of those quotes that never really leaves circulation. It shows up in articles, social media posts, and casual conversations about relationships. It sounds ancient, a bit humorous, and slightly provocative at the same time.

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Quote of the day by Socrates: 'Falling down is not a failure. Failure comes when...' Life lessons on success, hardships, human behavior by ancient Greek philosopher

Quote of the day by Socrates speaks about failure, struggle, growth, and recovery in life. The quote explains that mistakes and setbacks are part of human experience. Real failure begins when a person stops trying to improve. The words linked to Socrates continue to guide people dealing with hardship, success,…

The Economic Times

“Working 2 Full-Time Jobs”: 68 People Who Did The Unethical Thing And Felt No Remorse

You take a grape here. You steal an hour of your work time there. All seemingly minor offences that you simply refuse to lose sleep over. But folks on the internet have committed way more unethical offences but similarly refuse to feel an ounce of guilt. Read the full article…

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Quote of the day by Aristotle’s teacher, Plato: ‘Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools…’ Powerful words by the Greek philosopher that silence can be wiser than noise

The lasting power of Plato’s quote lies in its simplicity. Most people have experienced moments where excessive talking exposed insecurity or poor judgment, while thoughtful silence reflected confidence, wisdom and understanding.

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Quote of the Day Socrates: “When you want wisdom and insight as badly as you want to breathe, it is then you...” The powerful truth about self-mastery and meaningful living modern society desperately needs from one of the founding fathers of Western philosophy whose ideas still inspire the modern world

Quote of the day by Socrates “When you want wisdom and insight as badly as you want to breathe, it is then you...” In an age filled with distraction, anxiety, noise, and endless pressure to succeed, this timeless philosophy lesson reveals a deeper truth many people spend their entire lives…

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Quote of the day by Socrates: “Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, weak minds discuss people”

This quote - “Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, weak minds discuss people”- which is often attributed to Socrates, will always be true. In a world where things are always changing, trends go viral, and conversations never end, it quietly makes us think about how well we think…

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3 Stoic Principles for Mental Strength, Inner Peace & Focus

Stoicism is that strand of Western philosophy which was prominent during ancient Greek Hellenistic age (323 BC- 31 BC) and also one among the few that found its path to posterity and modern age. The works of three great Roman trio represent our understanding of Stoicism today, namely Lucius Annaeus…

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Sophie Oluwole, the trailblazing Nigerian woman who redefined philosophy

Sophie Oluwole (1935-2018) was a Nigerian scholar and the first woman to earn a PhD in philosophy in her country. She not only placed Nigeria’s rich Yoruba philosophical tradition on the intellectual map, she also helped redefine African philosophy, a field dominated by men.

The Guardian - US

‘Do you think you’re the devil himself?’: highlights from the bizarre, newly released Bannon-Epstein interview

The interview,⁠ revealed in the latest tranche of Epstein files, was reportedly intended for a sympathetic documentary

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If You Are Going Through An Existential Crisis, These 75 Philosophical Memes Might Be Relatable

These memes take life’s biggest questions and condense them into sharp, silly snapshots of existential humor. Whether you’re wrestling with the nature of reality or just trying to remember where you left your keys, each post offers a moment of clarity… or at least a good laugh.

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Evening Standard

Punk: The Last Word review: A star-studded punk encyclopaedia

I f***ing hate the Clash now,” were the first words Chris Sullivan ever said to me, in the refectory at the Ralph West Hall of Residence in Albert Bridge Road, opposite Battersea Park, in August 1978. This was where art students stayed when they first arrived in London, and Sullivan…

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Best FC Mobile 2nd Anniversary players tier list – Best cards for shard exchange

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LiveScience

Scientists asked ChatGPT to solve a math problem from more than 2,000 years ago — how it answered it surprised them

We've wondered for centuries whether knowledge is latent and innate or learned and grasped through experience, and a new research project is asking the same question about AI.

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Ubisoft CEO says AI will make open-world games "your world" with fewer "pre-scripted things," and screw it, maybe for Assassin's Creed an AI Socrates that will definitely give you a historically accurate philosophy lesson maybe

Wow, yes, Socrates in a Ubisoft game, truly an innovation we could only reach with the power of AI

Fortune

As CEOs predict AI will rival humans in 5 years, Shark Tank’s Daniel Lubetzky tells Gen Z to get off TikTok and study Greek philosophers to get ahead

The billionaire warns Gen Z doomscrolling on TikTok is setting them up for failure; instead, he suggests picking up the writings of Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle.

The Conversation

The ancient Greeks invented democracy – and warned us how it could go horribly wrong

The ancient Greek orator Dio Chrysostom (1st-2nd century CE) said in his speech To the People of Alexandria that there were two kinds of democracy: one good and one bad.

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Christopher Rowe obituary

Other lives: Linguist, translator and philosopher known for his work on Socrates, Plato and Aristotle

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