I do not agree with Plato, but if anything could make me do so, it would be Aristotle's arguments against him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Russell disagrees with Plato, yet finds Aristotle's arguments against Plato compelling.
- In plain terms
- He doesn't like Plato, but Aristotle's critiques of him are persuasive.
- What can you take from it?
- Even opponents can offer valuable critiques.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we sometimes value critiques from those we disagree with?
- How can we remain open to opposing arguments?
Another view
Personal bias may affect how we weigh critiques.
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