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“Can Your Brain Keep Up?”: Beat This 24-Question Philosophy & Culture Quiz

Prove you are a great thinker with this 24-question philosophy & culture quiz. From Latin phrases to iconic philosophers, to political revolutions, thought experiments, and famous literary works, this challenge will take you across more than 2000 years of ideas that shaped the modern world. You'll encounter figures such as…

Bored Panda · Jul 2

Quote of the day by Greek philosopher Plato: "The heaviest penalty for declining to rule is…"

Most of us have grumbled about the people in charge at some point. The bad boss, the poor leader, the committee that makes a mess of things. But how often do we consider our own part in letting them get there? More than two thousand years ago, Plato pointed at…

The Times of India · Jul 1

Best Proverb of the Day: “If a man is proud of his wealth, he should not be praised until...” — The timeless lesson reflected in Ratan Tata's life

Best Proverb of the Day: Ancient wisdom from Socrates highlights that true worth isn't in wealth, but its impact. Ratan Tata exemplifies this, using his fortune for societal good through philanthropy and community initiatives. This timeless lesson urges us to look beyond possessions and value generosity and responsible action, reminding…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Quote of the Day by the father of Political Philosophy Plato: 'When men speak ill of thee...' – Aristotle's teachers' timeless reminder that reputation is built through actions, not rumours

Quote of the Day: Ancient Greek philosopher Plato offered timeless wisdom on handling criticism. His words advise living a life of such honesty and integrity that false accusations lose their power. This approach emphasises that consistent actions and character build a reputation stronger than any spoken falsehood.

The Economic Times · Jun 5

​Quote of the day by Plato: 'All men are by nature equal, made all of the same earth by one Workman, and however we...' - inspiring lessons on equality, respect, why status or wealth does not define a person’s worth by father of idealism and originator of platonic love concept​

Quote of the day by Plato: Ancient Greek philosopher Plato believed all humans are equal by nature. He stated a poor peasant holds the same worth as a mighty prince before God. This timeless message challenges societal hierarchies. It reminds us that true value lies not in wealth or status…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Chinese Proverb of the Day: “know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be...” — Could Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old wisdom be the secret to success in life, business, and relationships?

Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated” remains one of the most influential lessons from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. This Chinese proverb teaches that success begins with self-awareness and understanding others. Echoing Lao Tzu’s “Knowing yourself is true…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Quote of the day by Plato: “The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is...”

Some quotes survive because they sound wise. Others survive because they create a small moment of discomfort. They stay in people's minds because they touch something that still feels real long after the world around them changes. This line linked to Plato belongs in that second category. It does not…

The Times of India · May 27

Quote of the day by Socrates: “By all means marry; if you get a good wife, you’ll become happy; if you get a bad one, you’ll become a philosopher.”

This line is one of those quotes that never really leaves circulation. It shows up in articles, social media posts, and casual conversations about relationships. It sounds ancient, a bit humorous, and slightly provocative at the same time.

The Times of India · May 25

Quote of the day by Socrates: 'Falling down is not a failure. Failure comes when...' Life lessons on success, hardships, human behavior by ancient Greek philosopher

Quote of the day by Socrates speaks about failure, struggle, growth, and recovery in life. The quote explains that mistakes and setbacks are part of human experience. Real failure begins when a person stops trying to improve. The words linked to Socrates continue to guide people dealing with hardship, success,…

The Economic Times · May 24

“Working 2 Full-Time Jobs”: 68 People Who Did The Unethical Thing And Felt No Remorse

You take a grape here. You steal an hour of your work time there. All seemingly minor offences that you simply refuse to lose sleep over. But folks on the internet have committed way more unethical offences but similarly refuse to feel an ounce of guilt. Read the full article…

Bored Panda · May 20