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Plato

The measure of a man is what he does with power.

Power

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

A person's true character is revealed by how they behave when they have control or influence over others. It shows whether they use that power responsibly, selfishly, or harmfully.

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Knowledge will give you power, but character respect.

All things are subject to interpretation whichever interpretation prevails at a given time is a function of power and not truth.

Character is power.

I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us, that the less we use our power the greater it will be.