September 25, 2025

Meditations

21 minutes

Presents a new translation of Marcus Aurelius's Meditations, offering insights into the Roman emperor's life, education, and philosophical beliefs. The text highlights Marcus's bilingual proficiency in Greek and Latin, his adoption by Emperor Hadrian's successor Antoninus, and his co-regency with Lucius Verus. It also illuminates key Stoic doctrines like the logos and the three disciplines of perception, action, and will, while acknowledging other philosophical influences. Furthermore, the provided excerpts offer glimpses into Roman imperial governance, Marcus's stance on Christianity and military campaigns, and the personal reflections that characterize his writings, revealing a leader deeply concerned with virtue, duty, and understanding the natural order.

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