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DON'T LETYOUR SPIRITQUIT BEFOREYOUR BODY DOES.— MARCUS AURELIUS · MEDITATIONS 6.29

Shown on Black. Printed across the chest.

Don't let your spirit quit before your body does.

Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 6.29

$48

Free US shipping. Two pieces take 10% off, three or more take 15%.

Tee
Color: Black
SizeSize guide

Boxy and structured. Between sizes, size up.

Made to order in 2–5 business days, then 3–5 business days to arrive. Order by December 10 for delivery before Christmas.

The source
"It is a shame for the soul to be first to give way in this life, when thy body does not give way"

Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 6.29. Translated by George Long, 1862.

Our line is a modern rendering of this public-domain translation.

The marks
  • Our coordinates embroidered on the left sleeve in accent thread
  • The Spartan Surfers helmet printed at the back of the neck
  • Printed inside label with the helmet and coordinates

Accent thread on Black: Orange.

The tee

Cotton Heritage MC1086 Premium Heavyweight

  • 100% combed ring-spun cotton, 6.5 oz
  • Structured regular fit, side-seamed
  • 1x1 rib collar
  • Printed neck label, no scratchy tag
  • Direct-to-garment print, soft hand

Care: wash cold inside out, tumble dry low or hang dry, do not iron the print.

Shipping and returns

Free shipping to every US address, with tracking.

Misprinted, damaged or defective? Email us within 30 days with a photo and we replace it or refund you.

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Marcus Aurelius

121–180 AD

Roman emperor who wrote private notes to himself on a military campaign. We know them as the Meditations.

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