On the recordJanuary 1, 175
But if men do not permit thee, then get away out of life, yet so as if thou wert suffering no harm.
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “But if men do not permit thee, then get away out of life, yet so as if thou wert suffering no harm.”
Editor's note · Context
In his private thoughts, Marcus Aurelius reflects on the ultimate freedom of an individual to depart life without feeling wronged if external circumstances become unbearable.
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