The true lover of learning then must his earliest youth, as far as in him lies, desire all truth. . .He whose desires are drawn toward knowledge in every form will be absorbed in the pleasures of the soul, and will hardly feel bodily pleasures I mean, if he be a true philosopher and not a sham one. . .Then how can he who has the magnificence of mind and is the spectator of all times and all existence, think much of human life He cannot. Or can such a one account death fearful No indeed.

Summary

This quote highlights the inherent virtue of being a lifelong learner and emphasizes the pursuit of truth as the ultimate goal. It suggests that those who genuinely love learning are not preoccupied with earthly pleasures, but instead derive immense satisfaction from intellectual pursuits. The quote also suggests that a true philosopher, with their expansive mind and perspective, does not place a significant value on human life or fear death, as they understand their existence within the larger context of eternity.

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