Marcus Aurelius

marcus aurelius

Marcus Aurelius (AD 121 – 180) in full  Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus , original name (until AD 161)  Marcus Annius Verus Roman emperor (AD 161–180), best known for his Meditations on Stoic philosophy. Marcus Aurelius has symbolized for many generations in the West the Golden Age of the Roman Empire.
“A man’s worth is no greater than his ambitions.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Accept the things to which fate binds you & love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Be content to seem what you really are.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Because a thing seems difficult for you, do not think it impossible for anyone to accomplish.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Begin – to begin is half the work, let half still remain; again begin this, and thou wilt have finished.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Confine yourself to the present.” – Marcus Aurelius

“Dig within. Within is the wellspring of Good; and it is always ready to bubble up, if you just dig. – Marcus Aurelius

“Everything that exists is in a manner the seed of that which will be.” – Marcus Aurelius

“If it is not right do not do it; if it is not true do not say it.” – Marcus Aurelius

“If it’s not right, don’t do it.  If it’s not true, don’t say it.  Keep your impulses in reserve.” – Marcus Aurelius

“The wise man sees in the misfortune of others what he should avoid.” – Marcus Aurelius

“When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.” – Marcus Aurelius

“While you live, while it is in your power, be good.” – Marcus Aurelius