Plato (c. 427–347 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. A student of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle, he founded the Academy in Athens, one of the first institutions of higher learning.
“Knowledge is the food of the soul. ——Plato
“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.” ——Plato
“Truth is the beginning of every good to the gods, and of every good to man.” ——Plato
“Thinking: the talking of the soul with itself.” ——Plato
“The good is the beautiful.” ——Plato
“Love is the joy of the good, the wonder of the wise, the amazement of the Gods.” ——Plato