Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severi Quotes

A collection of quotes by Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severi.

Boethius (Anicius Manlius Severi) was a 6th-century philosopher, statesman, and theologian. Born into a respected Roman family, he held various government positions and served as a consul under the Ostrogothic King Theodoric the Great. Boethius is best known for his influential work "Consolation of Philosophy," written while he was imprisoned for alleged treason. It deals with philosophical and theological subjects, exploring the nature of evil, free will, and the pursuit of happiness. Boethius made significant contributions to the philosophy of logic, mathematics, and music theory, playing a key role in translating and preserving Greek knowledge during the Middle Ages.