On the recordJanuary 1, 175
But if there is a providence which allows itself to be propitiated, make thyself worthy of the help of the divinity.
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “But if there is a providence which allows itself to be propitiated, make thyself worthy of the help of the divinity.”
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Continuing his exploration of cosmic possibilities, Marcus Aurelius advises on how to act if a benevolent providence governs the world.
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