Quote by Hesiod

The half is greater than the whole.

The half is greater than the whole.

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes having less can be more beneficial or valuable than having more. It challenges the notion that having everything or being in possession of a whole is always better. It implies that possessing only a part or a fraction of something can actually have greater significance, worth, or impact. It encourages individuals to reconsider their perspectives on abundance and recognize the potential advantages of simplicity or focus on a specific part rather than trying to have it all.

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