Skip to main content
Quite early on, and certainly since I started writing, I found that philosophical questions occupied me more than any other kind. I hadn't really thought of them as being philosophical questions, but one rapidly comes to an understanding that philosophy's only really about two questions: 'What is true?' and 'What is good?'
Tom Stoppard
Create image
Share

What does this quote mean?

This quote can be used as a reminder to reflect, share encouragement, or express a thoughtful idea. Create a quote image or explore related quotes below.

Best used for

  • Instagram captions
  • Pinterest quote pins
  • Personal reflection
  • Speeches
  • Greeting cards

Caption suggestions

Instagram caption

"Quite early on, and certainly since I started writing, I found that philosophical questions occupied me more than any other kind. I hadn't really thought of them as being philosophical questions, but one rapidly comes to an understanding that philosophy's only really about two questions: 'What is true?' and 'What is good?'"
— Tom Stoppard

Pinterest title

Quite early on, and certainly since I started writing, I found that philosophical questions oc…

Pinterest description

Quite early on, and certainly since I started writing, I found that philosophical questions occupied me more than any other kind. I hadn't really thought of them as being philosophical questions, but one rapidly comes to an understanding that philosophy's only really about two questions: 'What is true?' and 'What is good?' — Tom Stoppard

About Tom Stoppard

Tom Stoppard was a Dramatist from Czechoslovakia (1937–1946).

Read more about Tom Stoppard →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who said "Quite early on, and certainly since I started writing, I found that philosophic…"?
This quote is attributed to Tom Stoppard, a Dramatist from Czechoslovakia.
When did Tom Stoppard live?
Tom Stoppard lived from 1937 – 1946.