--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Alterius non sit qui suus esse potest…" description: "\"Alterius non sit qui suus esse potest. (Let no man belong to another that can belong to himself.)\" — Paracelsus" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/622/paracelsus-7108_belong_alterius-non-sit-qui-suus-esse-potest-le_2919596.jpg" --- # Alterius non sit qui suus esse potest. (Let no man belong… ![“Alterius non sit qui suus esse potest. (Let no man belong to another that can belong to himself.)” quote by Paracelsus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/622/paracelsus-7108_belong_alterius-non-sit-qui-suus-esse-potest-le_2919596.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/622/paracelsus-7108_belong_alterius-non-sit-qui-suus-esse-potest-le_2919596.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/622/paracelsus-7108_belong_alterius-non-sit-qui-suus-esse-potest-le_2919596.jpg) > “Alterius non sit qui suus esse potest. (Let no man belong to another that can belong to himself.)” [Paracelsus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/paracelsus/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. One should not be owned by others if they can own themselves, emphasizing personal autonomy and self‑possession. **In simple terms:** Self‑ownership is essential for freedom. Key Takeaway Prioritize personal autonomy over external control. Themes freedom self‑ownership autonomy philosophy Mood thoughtful philosophical Type maxim ethical When to use this quote - personal decisions - legal rights - social movements - relationships Key Concepts ethics political theory individual rights Questions to Reflect On - What does self‑ownership mean in modern society? - How do you balance personal freedom with social obligations? 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