On the recordJanuary 1, 175
In like manner view also the other epochs of time and of whole nations, and see how many after great efforts soon fell and were resolved into the elements.
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Marcus Aurelius
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Marcus Aurelius reflects on the impermanence of nations and human achievements throughout history, noting their eventual dissolution.
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