It remains then for thee to understand among what kind of workmen thou placest thyself; for he who rules all things will certainly make a right use of thee, and he will receive thee among some part of the co-operators and of those whose labors conduce to one end.
In his Meditations, Marcus Aurelius advises the reader to reflect on their role within the universal scheme, as the ruling power will utilize everyone towards a common end.
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