Quote by Dante Alighieri

Consider your origins: you were not made to live as brutes, but to follow virtue and knowledge.

Consider your origins: you were not made to live as brutes,

Summary

This quote encourages individuals to reflect upon their true nature and purpose. It suggests that human beings are not meant to live in a primitive and uncivilized manner ('as brutes'), but rather to strive for moral excellence ('follow virtue') and seek wisdom and understanding ('follow knowledge'). It emphasizes that humans possess the capacity for growth and transformation, urging them to embrace their higher nature and fulfill their potential by cultivating virtues and seeking knowledge throughout their lives.

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By Dante Alighieri

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