"Firmly, as a Roman and man should, think at all times how you can perform the task at hand with precise and genuine dignity, sympathy, independence, and justice, making yourself free from all other preoccupations." This passage expresses the personal philosophy of what Roman figure?
A) Marcus Aurelius
B) Julius Caesar
C) Juvenal
D) Catullus

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This passage is taken from the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor who was also a philosopher. The passage emphasizes the importance of focusing on the task at hand and performing it with dignity, sympathy, independence, and justice, without getting distracted by other concerns. This reflects Marcus Aurelius' Stoic philosophy that emphasizes self-discipline, rationality, and acceptance of the things one cannot control.

"Firmly, as a Roman and Man Should, Think at All