Book Five
5:21
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: In he morning when you rise unwillingly, let this thought be present- I am rising to the work of a human being.
21. Reverence that which is best in the universe; and this is that which makes use of all things and directs all things.
And in like manner also reverence that which is best in yourself and this is of the same kind as that.
For in yourself also, that which makes use of everything else, is this, and your life is directed by this.
Book: Meditations
Subtitle: The classic from Marcus Aurelius.
Author: Marcus Aurelius
Chapter: Book Five
Chapter Subtitle: In he morning when you rise unwillingly, let this thought be present- I am rising to the work of a human being.
Location: Chapter 5, Section 21
Content:
21. Reverence that which is best in the universe; and this is that which makes use of all things and directs all things.
And in like manner also reverence that which is best in yourself and this is of the same kind as that.
For in yourself also, that which makes use of everything else, is this, and your life is directed by this.