A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea...

Quote by Marcus Aurelius about aspiration, ambition, man, vulgarity, idea

A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires.

Quote by Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Catilius Severus) about aspiration, ambition, man, vulgarity, idea.
Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Catilius Severus)

Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Catilius Severus) 121 - 180, roman Soldier

Also known as: Marcus Catilius Severus.
Also called: Marcus Annius Verus.
Was born on: 26 apr 0121.
Died on 17 mar 0180, at 58 years old.

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