Childish and altogether ludicrous is what you yourself are and all philosophers; and if a grown-up man like me spends fifteen minutes with fools of this kind, it is merely a way of passing the time. I've now got more important things to do. Goodbye!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Philosophers are childish and ridiculous, and spending time with them is merely a way to pass time before more important tasks.
- In plain terms
- Philosophers are seen as foolish, and time with them is wasted.
- What can you take from it?
- Not all intellectual pursuits are worth one's time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is philosophical discussion valuable?
- How to balance leisure and duty?
Another view
Dismisses the potential depth of philosophical insight.
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