Quote by Aristotle

Man, when perfected, is the best of animals, but when separated from law and justice, he is the worst of all.

Man, when perfected, is the best of animals, but when separa

Summary

This quote highlights the duality of human nature. It suggests that human beings have great potential for goodness and excellence but can also turn towards darkness and become exceedingly destructive. It emphasizes the importance of law and justice in maintaining order and ensuring the expression of humanity's positive qualities. Without these social constructs, humanity is prone to succumb to its worst tendencies, indicating the necessity of a just and lawful society for humans to reach their full potential.

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