Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

What then is freedom? The power to live as one wishes.

What then is freedom? The power to live as one wishes.

Summary

This quote suggests that freedom can be defined as the ability to live life according to one's own desires and choices, without unnecessary restrictions or limitations. It emphasizes the idea that true freedom allows individuals to have control over their own lives and make decisions based on personal will and choices, rather than being dictated by external forces or imposed societal norms. It implies that freedom is intimately tied to personal autonomy and the absence of coercion or oppressive restraints.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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