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“non deterret sapientem mors.” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
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““non deterret sapientem mors.””

Marcus Tullius Cicero

About This Quote

Source Letter: De Officiis, 44 BC

Death is the ultimate consequence of reckless intelligence.

In simple terms: Reckless knowledge leads to death.

Key Takeaway

Think before acting.

Themes

wisdom mortality ethics

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • political decisions
  • academic research
  • personal choices

Key Concepts

hubris consequences philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks do you ignore?
  • How balance knowledge with caution?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on intellect can ignore practical safety.

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