Wedding quote by Socrates

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My advice to you is get married: if you find a good wife youll be happy if not, youll become a philosopher
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"My advice to you is get married: if you find a good wife you'll be happy; if not, you'll become a philosopher"

- Socrates

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Socrates is recommending that marital relationship is an excellent way to find joy. He thinks that if you discover an excellent better half, you will be content and satisfied. Nevertheless, if you don't find an excellent wife, you will be required to rely on philosophy in order to find meaning and purpose in life. This quote is a pointer that marital relationship is a significant life choice and should not be taken lightly. It is essential to discover someone who works and who will make you happy. If you do not, you might find yourself relying on viewpoint to discover the answers to life's questions. Socrates' advice is a pointer that marriage is a serious dedication and ought to be taken seriously.

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Socrates This quote is written / told by Socrates between 469 BC and 399 BC. He was a famous Philosopher from Greece, the quote is categorized under the topic Wedding. The author also have 42 other quotes.

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