“The sinner sins against himself; the wrongdoer wrongs himself, becoming the worse by his own action.”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius, born in 121 AD and died in 180 AD, was an emperor of the Roman Empire. He is one of the Five Good Emperors and is known for his philosophical thoughts and the stability of his reign. He was not only an outstanding politician but also a famous Stoic philosopher, whose work 'Meditations' has had a profound impact on later generations. more
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Source: The Emperor's Handbook: A New Translation of The Meditations
Source: Meditations
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