Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Out of Plato come all things that are still written and debated about among men of thought.

Out of Plato come all things that are still written and deba

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This quote suggests that Plato's ideas and philosophies have had a significant influence on intellectual discourse throughout history. It implies that many topics and concepts that continue to be written and discussed by intellectuals and scholars can be traced back to the teachings and writings of Plato. It highlights his enduring impact on human thought and philosophy.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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