The phrase “Sic semper tyrannis”, which translates to “Thus always to tyrants” or more liberally as “This is what happens to tyrants”, is a powerful and enduring motto with a long history of association with the rejection of tyranny and authoritarianism.
The phrase has been used in both historical and modern contexts to symbolize resistance against oppressive rulers and has become a rallying cry for those who seek freedom and justice.
“Sic semper tyrannis” is most famously attributed to Brutus, one of the conspirators who assassinated Julius Caesar in 44 BC. According to historical accounts, as Brutus struck the fatal blow against Caesar, he is said to have uttered this phrase, symbolizing the idea that tyrants will always meet a violent end at the hands of those they oppress. While there is no concrete evidence that Brutus actually said these exact words, the phrase has been firmly connected to the event and has since been immortalized as a warning to tyrants.
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