Wanted: muscle and brains
Posted: November 23, 2009 at 4:32 a.m.
The Latin phrase, sit mens sana in corpore sano, is often translated as “a sound mind in a sound body.” It is a line said to have been used by an ancient Roman poet and was a favorite subject of Plato, the celebrated Greek philosopher. It’s also a popular motto for U.S. military academies and sports organizations. Throughout history, it has been an ideal description of a warrior.
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Editorial, Pages 10 on 11/23/2009
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