And if that which is nearest to it, the poor body, is cut, burnt, filled with matter and rottenness, nevertheless let the part which forms opinions about these things be quiet; that is, let it judge that nothing is either bad or good which can happen equally to the bad man and the good.
Marcus Aurelius instructs himself to maintain inner tranquility and proper judgment even when the body suffers extreme pain or decay.
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