On the recordJanuary 1, 175
How plain does it appear that there is not another condition of life so well suited for philosophizing as this in which thou now happenest to be.
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Marcus Aurelius
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Marcus Aurelius reflects on the unique opportunity his current life circumstances offer for the practice of philosophy.
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