Gaius Musonius Rufus quotes

Being good is the same as being a philosopher. If you obey your father, you will follow the will of a man; if you choose the philosopher's life, the will of God. It is plain, therefore, that your duty lies in the pursuit of philosophy. (Gaius Musonius Rufus)

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Gaius Musonius Rufus

Born: 25
Died: 95
Quotes count: 1