Plato Quotes
Greek philosopher and student of Socrates; founder of the Academy in Athens. (428-348 BCE)
The beginning is the most important part of the work.
Plato
Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something.
Plato
We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.
Plato
Necessity is the mother of invention.
Plato
Courage is knowing what not to fear.
Plato
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Who was Plato?
Greek philosopher and student of Socrates; founder of the Academy in Athens. This page collects their most famous quotes in one place.
What is the most famous quote by Plato?
One of the most quoted lines by Plato is: "The beginning is the most important part of the work." You will find it and 4 more famous quotes below.
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