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The quote argues that pain can be handled in two ways: if it is mild, a person can endure it, and if it is intense, it will not last long. It presents suffering as either manageable or short-lived. The point is to reduce fear of pain by framing it as temporary or bearable.
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Originally said in English.
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About Marcus Tullius Cicero
Roman statesman and orator of the late Republican era Cicero is best known for his influential speeches and letters, which shaped Roman political thought and rhetoric. His works on philosophy, law, and governance remain foundational in Western political theory.
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