Book Four
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Book Subtitle: The classic from Marcus Aurelius.
Book Description: The personal notes of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius.
This book has influenced many throughout history from students to statesmen. It's an inside look at a brilliant and thoughtful man working on living well.
The emperor and philosopher's thoughts are crucial to understand for any Stoic seeking to do their best in a complex world.
Chapter Subtitle: That which rules within, when it is according to nature, is so affected with respect to the events which happen, that it always easily adapts itself to that which is and is presented to it.
23. Everything harmonizes with me, which is harmonious to you O Universe.
Nothing for me is too early nor too late, which is in due time for you Everything is fruit to me which your seasons bring, O Nature: from you are all things, in you are all things, to you all things return.
The poet says, Dear city of Cecrops; and will not you say, Dear city of Zeus?
Book: Meditations
Subtitle: The classic from Marcus Aurelius.
Author: Marcus Aurelius
Chapter: Book Four
Chapter Subtitle: That which rules within, when it is according to nature, is so affected with respect to the events which happen, that it always easily adapts itself to that which is and is presented to it.
Location: Chapter 4, Section 23
Content:
23. Everything harmonizes with me, which is harmonious to you O Universe.
Nothing for me is too early nor too late, which is in due time for you Everything is fruit to me which your seasons bring, O Nature: from you are all things, in you are all things, to you all things return.
The poet says, Dear city of Cecrops; and will not you say, Dear city of Zeus?