"Next to God we are nothing. To God we are Everything"
- Cicero
About this Quote
This quote by Cicero is a pointer of the importance of acknowledging our place in the world. It is a reminder that we are absolutely nothing without God, and that whatever we have and are is because of Him. It is a suggestion that we need to be modest and grateful for all that God has actually given us. It is likewise a reminder that we must strive to live our lives in a manner that honors and glorifies God. We ought to strive to be obedient to His will and to live our lives in a way that reflects His love and grace. This quote is a suggestion that we should constantly put God first in our lives and acknowledge that without Him, we are absolutely nothing.
"The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom"