Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Everything that depends on the action of nature is by nature as good as it can be.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nature is inherently good and its actions are the highest form of goodness.
In this quote, Aristotle conveys the idea that everything governed by nature operates in accordance with its own principles, and therefore, whatever results from nature is as optimal as it can be. This perspective emphasizes the belief that natural processes are intrinsically beneficial and that human intervention should align with the natural order to achieve true goodness.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about environmental conservation, one could use this quote to stress the value of natural ecosystems.
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