Letter 34: Providence has not yet turned its attention to the Romans — but it will, someday.
To Aurelian.
Providence has not yet turned its attention to the Romans — but it will, someday. Those men [perhaps the Goths of Gainas] will not sit quietly in their houses forever, they who have the power to save the state.
As for our old friend the orator: the power you currently hold is enough to give him what he needs. May he enjoy your protection now on his own, and later share it in common with all nations.
Human translation — Livius.org
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