Caesar was too old, it seems to me, to go off and amuse himself conquering the world. Such a pastime was all right for Augustus and Alexander; they were young men, not easily held in check, but Caesar ought to have been more mature. (132)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Caesar, being old, should have been more mature than youthful conquerors like Augustus and Alexander.
- In plain terms
- An older Caesar ought to act more responsibly than younger rulers did.
- What can you take from it?
- Age should bring greater prudence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does age guarantee wisdom?
- How should leaders adapt with age?
Another view
Historical leaders often acted impulsively regardless of age.
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