On the recordJanuary 1, 175
The voice ought to be plainly written on the forehead.
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “The voice ought to be plainly written on the forehead.”
Editor's note · Context
Metaphorically advocating for transparency, this statement suggests that one's true intentions and character should be openly visible.
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