Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor who inspired Gladiator: "You have power over your mind, not outside events..."

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Image: Getty ImagesMany people recognise Marcus Aurelius as the wise Roman emperor whose fictionalised character inspired Ridley Scott's Gladiator.
Yet long before Hollywood brought ancient Rome to the big screen, Marcus Aurelius had earned a place in history as one of the greatest Stoic philosophers and one of Rome's most respected rulers.
His private writings, later compiled as Meditations, continue to inspire millions around the world with their timeless reflections on resilience, discipline and inner peace.

Image: Getty ImagesMany people recognise Marcus Aurelius as the wise Roman emperor whose fictionalised character inspired Ridley Scott's Gladiator.
Yet long before Hollywood brought ancient Rome to the big screen, Marcus Aurelius had earned a place in history as one of the greatest Stoic philosophers and one of Rome's most respected rulers.
His private writings, later compiled as Meditations, continue to inspire millions around the world with their timeless reflections on resilience, discipline and inner peace.

Sources: Times of India