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Wise people, even though all laws were abolished, would still lead the same life
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"Wise people, even though all laws were abolished, would still lead the same life"

- Aristophanes

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This quote by Aristophanes suggests that wise people are guided by an internal ethical compass, instead of by external laws. Even if all laws were abolished, smart people would still lead a life of virtue and integrity. They would still do what is ideal and just, even if there were no laws to implement it. This suggests that wise people have a strong sense of morality and justice, and that they are not encouraged by external rewards or punishments. They are driven by an internal sense of what is ideal and incorrect, and this is what guides their actions. This quote likewise implies that wise individuals are not swayed by the opinions of others, which they are able to make decisions based upon their own moral compass. This quote is a pointer that sensible people are assisted by their own values, which they are not based on external laws to lead a life of virtue and stability.

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Greece Flag This quote is written / told by Aristophanes between 448 BC and 380 BC. He/she was a famous Poet from Greece. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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