For nothing is so productive and elevating as to be able to examine truly and methodically every object presented by life, to see the universe for what it is, and what kind of use everything performs in it, and what value everything has with reference to the whole, with reference to humans, who are citizens of the highest city, of which all other cities are like families. Keep track of what each thing is, of what it is composed, and how long it was meant to last. Ask yourself, what kind of an impression does this make on me? What virtues should I bring to the table, in order to show my respect
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