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Quote by Socrates on Contentment and Possessions

„He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.“

SokratesSocrates emphasizes in this quote that true contentment depends on one's view of their own possessions.
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Socrates was a Greek philosopher of classical Athens who is considered one of the founders of Western philosophy.

This quote by Socrates emphasizes the importance of being content with what one has rather than constantly striving for more.


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Sokrates quote about being content with what you have and possessions

Socrates (c. 470 BC – 399 BC) was an influential ancient Greek philosopher known for his Socratic method of questioning and ethical ideas. He left no writings himself, but his thoughts were passed on by students such as Plato.

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