Book Five
5:29
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.
29. As you intend to live when you are gone out,...so it is in your power to live here.
But if men do not permit you then get away out of life, yet so as if you were suffering no harm.
The house is smoky, and I quit it.
Why do you think that this is any trouble?
But so long as nothing of the kind drives me out, I remain, am free, and no man shall hinder me from doing what I choose; and I choose to do what is according to the nature of the rational and social animal.
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 29
Content:
29. As you intend to live when you are gone out,...so it is in your power to live here.
But if men do not permit you then get away out of life, yet so as if you were suffering no harm.
The house is smoky, and I quit it.
Why do you think that this is any trouble?
But so long as nothing of the kind drives me out, I remain, am free, and no man shall hinder me from doing what I choose; and I choose to do what is according to the nature of the rational and social animal.