Leo Strauss

Political Philosophy German-American 1899 – 1973 104 quotes

A German-American political philosopher who emphasized the importance of classical political thought and the esoteric meaning of philosophical texts.

Quotes by Leo Strauss

To a colleague: 'Your interpretation is bold—perhaps too bold.'

Correspondence 1955

The life of the mind is the highest life.

Natural Right and History 1953

Strauss's last words: 'Continue the reading.'

Deathbed 1973

Observation: 'Political science without philosophy is mere journalism.'

What is Political Philosophy? 1959