“Let it judge that nothing is either bad or good which can happen equally to the bad man and the good. For that which happens equally to him who lives contrary to nature and to him who lives according to nature, is neither according to nature nor contrary to nature.”
Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher, detailing his thoughts on Stoic practice, self-improvement, and the nature of the universe. more
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
“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.”