Only during a quiet moment when our desires are at bay can we truly judge the world around us properly. In the midst of the quiet Hashem speaks to us and the unadulterated truth is revealed in all its glory. This is true not only on a personal level but on a communal decision making level as well. These philosophers must then have the means to enforce the implementation of the holy inspiration that they have attained, whether by peaceful means or otherwise. Indeed, all forms of rank within Judaism stem from closeness to absolute truth.
All authority is designed to ensure that the holy inspiration that they acheive is implemented.
When the emotions rage, threatening to swallow us alive we must fear not. We must believe in the strength of truth that can withstand the storms of emotional outburst. We must even actively engage the emotions in active battle if they resist the rule of reason. We call to them to surrender, and if they don't acquiesce, we must lay seige on them until they do. Fruit trees must not surrender to barren Ashera trees.