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I thought to myself: I am wiser than this man; neither of us probably knows anything that is really good, but he thinks he has knowledge, when he has not, while I, having no knowledge, do not think I have.

I thought to myself: I am wiser than this man; neither of us

Summary

This quote reflects Socrates' famous statement: "I know that I am intelligent, because I know that I know nothing." Socrates humbly acknowledges his lack of knowledge and contrasts it with another individual who falsely believes he possesses wisdom. Socrates implies that true wisdom is not claiming to have knowledge but questioning and seeking knowledge. The quote highlights the importance of intellectual humility and the recognition that our understanding of the world may be limited. Socrates' willingness to acknowledge his ignorance sets the stage for his famous Socratic method, encouraging critical thinking and self-reflection.

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Wisdom Life Knowledge Plato Apology Socrates

By Plato

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