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Death Quote by Marcus Aurelius

“There is no man so fortunate that there shall not be by him when he is dying some who are pleased with what is going to happen.” quote by Marcus Aurelius
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“There is no man so fortunate that there shall not be by him when he is dying some who are pleased with what is going to happen.”

Marcus Aurelius

About This Quote

Source Meditations: Book 2, 2nd century AD

Even the fortunate encounter death and face others who are content with the inevitable.

In simple terms: Fortune meets death; others accept it.

Key Takeaway

Accept that others may find peace in outcomes you fear.

Themes

mortality acceptance fortune

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • end‑of‑life reflections
  • comforting the dying

Key Concepts

Stoicism inevitability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond when others seem untroubled by loss?
  • What can you learn from their calm?
A Different Perspective

Not all will share your perspective on death.

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