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Ideas for 'Metaphysics', 'The Art of Rhetoric' and 'De aequopollentia causae et effectus'

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25. Social Practice / D. Justice / 3. Punishment / b. Retribution for crime

1660	It is noble to avenge oneself on one's enemies, and not come to terms with them [Aristotle]
	Full Idea: It is noble to avenge oneself on one's enemies and not to come to terms with them.
	From: Aristotle (The Art of Rhetoric [c.350 BCE], 1367a19), quoted by Gregory Vlastos - Socrates: Ironist and Moral Philosopher p.189

25. Social Practice / E. Policies / 5. Education / c. Teaching

11241	Wise men aren't instructed; they instruct [Aristotle]
	Full Idea: The wise man should not be instructed, but should instruct.
	From: Aristotle (Metaphysics [c.324 BCE], 0982a20)
	A reaction: I take this to refer to the duties of a wise man, as well as to his (or her) superior rights.