One trait in the philosopher's character we can assume is his love of the knowledge that reveals eternal reality, the realm unaffected by change and decay. He is in love with the whole of that reality, and will not willingly be deprived even of the most insignificant fragment of it - just like the lovers and men of ambition we described earlier on.
PlatoThere is a ... matter - much more valuable and divine than natural philosophy . ... On this matter I must speak to you in enigmas.
PlatoIn order to seek one's own direction, one must simplify the mechanics of ordinary, everyday life.
PlatoFor this feeling of wonder shows that you are a philosopher, since wonder is the only beginning of philosophy.
Plato