“The cucumber is bitter? Then throw it out. There are brambles in the path? Then go around them. That's all you need to know. Nothing more. Don't demand to know "why such things exist." Anyone who understands the world will laugh at you, just as a carpenter would if you seemed shocked at finding sawdust in his workshop, or a shoemaker at scraps of leather left over from work.”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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Meditations: A New Translation
This book is a translation of the original Latin text by Marcus Aurelius, a Roman Emperor and philosopher. It consists of personal writings that reflect on his thoughts and experiences, providing insights into Stoic philosophy and its principles of living a virtuous life. 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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