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"If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it."

— Marcus Aurelius

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Marcus Aurelius is one of the Stoic philosophers.

More quotes from Marcus Aurelius

• "The soul becomes dyed with the color of its thoughts."
• "Stop wasting time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one."
• "Life is too short to waste on unnecessary worries."
• "The strength of a person lies in the resolute calm of their mind."
• "Reason should be our guide, not opinion."

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