Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius lived between 121 and 180 AD. His death was considered the end of the Pax Romana and instability lead to the eventual fall of Western Roman Empire.
His musings in Meditations are common sense and surprisingly follows a lot of bible teachings despite his references to "the gods." He was considered a Stoic Philosopher.
Quote:
From my governor
I learned endurance of labor, and to want little and to work with my own hands and not to meddle in other people's affairs, and not to be ready to listen to slander.
I learned endurance of labor, and to want little and to work with my own hands and not to meddle in other people's affairs, and not to be ready to listen to slander.
