Quote by Plato

In particular I may mention Sophocles the poet, who was once asked in my presence, How do you feel about love, Sophocles? are you still capable of it? to which he replied, Hush! if you please: to my great delight I have escaped from it, and feel as if I had escaped from a frantic and savage master. I thought then, as I do now, that he spoke wisely. For unquestionably old age brings us profound repose and freedom from this and other passions.

In particular I may mention Sophocles the poet, who was once

Summary

This quote highlights the perspective of Sophocles, an ancient Greek poet, on love and aging. When asked about his feelings towards love, he responds by expressing his delight in having escaped it. He compares love to a frantic and savage master, suggesting that it can consume and control individuals. Sophocles believes that old age brings a sense of repose and freedom from love and other passionate emotions. This quote reflects the idea that with advancing age, one may find a sense of tranquility and liberation from intense emotions like love.

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