Vom pflichtgemäßen Handeln / De officiis.

His reflections seem deeply rooted in the context of Roman politics and morality. I wonder how much of his advice was practical versus philosophical and if it still applies today.

Some of his views on duty and virtue feel strict or idealized. I'm curious if readers felt inspired or conflicted by his standards for moral behavior.

The fragmented format invites reflection, but I wonder if it was a conscious choice to mirror the complexity of moral duty or just a reflection of the writing style of the time.