“You exist but as a part inherent in a greater whole. Do not live as though you had a thousand years before you. The common due impends; while you live, and while you may, be good.”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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Marcus Aurelius Antoninus to Himself: An English Translation with Introductory Study on Stoicism and the Last of the Stoics
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus to Himself presents the personal reflections and philosophical musings of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The book includes an introductory study that explores Stoicism, the philosophical system that influenced Marcus Aurelius, and its significance in the context of the last of the Stoics. 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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