As to marriage or celibacy, let a man take the course he will. He will be sure to repent.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Suggests that any major life choice regarding relationships leads to regret.
- In plain terms
- Choosing marriage or staying single both bring regret.
- What can you take from it?
- Major life choices often come with downsides.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we expect choices to be perfect?
- How do we handle regret in decisions?
Another view
It overlooks people who find genuine contentment in either path.
More from Socrates
As for me, all I know is that I know nothing.
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