All things Quote by Marcus Aurelius
“He who flies from his master is a runaway; but the law is master, and he who breaks the law is a runaway. And he also who is grieved or angry or afraid, is dissatisfied because something has been or is or shall be of the things which are appointed by Him who rules all things, and He is Law, and assigns to every man what is fit. He then who fears or is grieved or is angry is a runaway.”
About This Quote
The passage equates fleeing from divine law with personal runaway, suggesting that fear, anger, or grief arise from resisting predetermined order, and that law governs all.
In simple terms: Running from higher authority leads to inner turmoil.
Key Takeaway
Accept the limits of control and align actions with larger order.
Themes
philosophy
stoicism
law
divine order
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- spiritual reflection
- ethical behavior
Key Concepts
determinism
inner conflict
resistance
authority
Questions to Reflect On
- What laws feel imposed on you?
- When is it appropriate to resist?
A Different Perspective
The view may ignore personal agency and the value of questioning authority.
