“Until philosophers are kings, or the kings and princes of this world have the spirit and power of philosophy, cities will never have rest from their evils.”

— Plato · Wisdom quote

Until philosophers are kings, or the kings and princes of this world have the spirit and power of philosophy, cities will never have rest from their evils. — Plato quote card
Philosopher · 428 BCE – 348 BCE

Greek philosopher, student of Socrates and author of The Republic.

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