Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools, because they have to say something.

Philosophy; or the art of 'thinking about thinking', has sprouted long back and been a part of the intellectual world ever since. Great thinkers like Plato, Socrates, Confucius and Aristotle gave various theories that still hold true today. And why not, for no matter how far the tree of humanity stretches, the roots still remain the same. Here is an overview of Plato's thinking, which might just resonate with you, dear reader-

  1. Virtue is knowledge and therefore teachable. (Cf. Protogoras)

  2. No man does harm willingly.(Cf. Protogoras)

  3. To cause injury to another is worse than suffering it, since one is harming one's own soul.(Cf. Gorgias)

  4. The theory of Forms or Ideas- what we see in this world is a pale reflection of the reality.( Cf. Phaedo, Republic)

  5. Justice is the harmony of the three parts of the soul in the individual and the harmony of the three classes of citizens in the state.( Cf. Republic)

Philosophy is a means of evaluating the world which goes beyond its mere physicalities. It is not as direct as other subjects, but it sure does leave an impact if read in a positive manner, enriching our lives in the process.

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