Art Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“Probabilities direct the conduct of the wise man.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: De Oratore by Cicero, 44 BC
Probability guides rational decision‑making, reminding the wise to weigh likelihoods before acting.
In simple terms: Wise people consider odds before acting.
Assess chances before deciding.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal finance
- health choices
- legal arguments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you incorporate uncertainty into daily choices?
- Do you over‑rely on statistics?
Probability cannot predict unknown unknowns.