Plato: Bequeath Not Riches
on Monday, July 13, 2020Plato Money Quote saying kids should inherit a sense of reverence instead of wealth. Plato said:
“Let parents bequeath to their children not riches, but the spirit of reverence” — Plato
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Plato believed that parents should instill values in their children rather than material wealth. The “spirit of reverence” refers to teaching children respect, humility, and virtue.
Plato felt that passing down an appreciation for higher ideals and morality was more important than leaving an inheritance of money and possessions.
He wanted to emphasize that what really matters is helping the next generation develop good character and an understanding of their responsibilities to society.
Birthday: c. 427 – Death: 348 BC