Book 3, Chapter 2 | The Consolation of Philosophy

Chapter Summary

The single concern of mortals is happiness, which is the highest Good of all, including all other goods in itself. However, mortals err in pursuing false goods like riches, respect, power, fame, or pleasures. In seeking these goods, they are really seeking happiness.

About The Consolation of Philosophy

Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue.

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