“Treat with utmost respect your power of forming opinions, for this power alone guards you against making assumptions that are contrary to nature and judgments that overthrow the rule of reason.”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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The Emperor's Handbook: A New Translation of The Meditations
This book presents a new translation of Marcus Aurelius' philosophical writings, known as The Meditations. The text explores the Stoic principles and personal reflections of the Roman Emperor, providing a contemporary perspective on ancient wisdom. more
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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: Meditations
“Politeness makes one appear outwardly as they should be within.”
“A heap of epithets is poor praise: the praise lies in the facts, and in the way of telling them.”
“There is as much trickery required to grow rich by a stupid book as there is folly in buying it.”
“A man has made great progress in cunning when he does not seem too clever to others.”
“Men fall from great fortune because of the same shortcomings that led to their rise.”