All things Quote by Sallust
“Fortune rules in all things, and advances and depresses things more out of her own will than right and justice.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Twelve Caesars by Suetonius, 121 AD
Fortune influences events more than fairness or justice.
In simple terms: Luck outweighs justice.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the role of chance.
Themes
fortune
justice
human affairs
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
determinism
randomness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you adapt when luck changes?
- Can fairness be maintained despite randomness?
A Different Perspective
Fortune is not always predictable.
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