Affair Quote by Marcus Junius Brutus the Younger
“What can be happier than for a man, conscious of virtuous acts, and content with liberty, to despise all human affairs? [Lat., Quid enim est melius quam memoria recte factorum, et libertate contentum negligere humana?]”
About This Quote
The quote suggests that a virtuous, free man finds contentment in ignoring worldly affairs.
In simple terms: A good, free man is content ignoring the world.
Find peace in personal virtue.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is disengagement wise?
- Can virtue exist without societal involvement?
Ignoring all affairs can lead to neglect of responsibility.