Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severi Quotes

A collection of quotes by Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severi.

Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severinus) was a Roman scholar, philosopher, and statesman born around 480 AD. He became an influential figure during the early Middle Ages, known for his writings on a wide range of subjects including logic, theology, mathematics, and music. Boethius served as a consul in the court of Theodoric the Great and held various administrative positions, contributing to the Roman Empire’s bureaucratic system. His most famous work, "The Consolation of Philosophy," explores the nature of happiness and the existence of God. Regarded as one of the last great thinkers of antiquity, Boethius' work greatly influenced medieval philosophy.