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“Do what you will. Even if you tear yourself apart, most people will continue doing the same things.”

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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

“Quickly, the dragon came at him, encouraged As Beowulf fell back; its breath flared, And he suffered, wrapped around in swirling Flames -- a king, before, but now A beaten warrior. None of his comrades Came to him, helped him, his brave and noble Followers; they ran for their lives, fled Deep in a wood. And only one of them Remained, stood there, miserable, remembering, As a good man must, what kinship should mean.”

Men Should Mean Remember Kings Breaths Brave Woods Noble Warrior Miserable Ran Flames Dragons Good Man Followers Beaten Comrade Kinship

Book:Beowulf: A New Translation with an Introduction

Source: Beowulf: A New Translation with an Introduction

“Beloved Beowulf, remember how you boasted, Once, that nothing in the world would ever Destroy your fame; fight to keep it, Now, be strong and brave, my noble King, protecting life and fame Together. My sword will fight at your side!”

World Together Remember Fighting Strong Sides Kings Fame Brave Noble Beloved Your Side

Author:Burton Raffel

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