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A man's worth is no greater than his ambitions.

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This quote by Marcus Aurelius emphasizes that a person's worth is determined by the level of their ambitions. It suggests that one's value is not merely based on their accomplishments or possessions, but on their aspirations and the extent to which they strive towards their goals.
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
Leader, Roman
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor and philosopher.
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