Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus

• Author: Aurelius Marcus Antoninus
• Date: 11 Dec 2008
• Publisher: Wilder Publications
• Original Languages: English
• Format: Paperback::140 pages
• ISBN10: 1604595841
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Marcus Aurelius (c.A.D. 121 - 180) was a Roman Emperor (the last of the "Five Good Emperors") and philosopher of the Roman period. He is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. Although, perhaps not a first-rank or original philosopher, his "Meditations" remain revered as a literary monument and as a succinct statement of Stoic philosophy. Looked at as a series of practical Marcus Aurelius reigned as Roman emperor from 161 to 180 CE and is best known as the last of the Five Good Emperors of Rome (following Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, and Antoninus Pius) and as the author of the philosophical work Meditations. He has long been respected as embodying the Platonic concept of the Philosopher King as This item: The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. Translated George Long Emperor of Rome 121-18 Marcus Aurelius Hardcover $23.87. In stock. Ships from and sold Amazon AU. FREE Delivery on orders over $39. The Roman Emperor Antoninus died in 161 and Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus assumed the roles of co-emperors. But, Aurelius’ rule was a challenging … Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus, 121-180. Was adopted the emperor Antoninus Pius and succeeded him in 161, (as joint emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus). He ruled alone from 169. He spent much of his reign in putting down variou rebellions, and was a persecutor of Christians. Stoicism: Meditations and the Wisdom of Marcus Aurelius - Duration: 6:59. Academy of Ideas 289,863 views. 6:59. 12 Steps To Become A Perfect Stoic (How To Be A Stoic/Practical Stoicism) Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus, được biết trong tiếng Pháp là Marc-Aurèle (Ngày 26 tháng 4 năm 121 – 17 tháng 3 năm 180) là một Hoàng đế La Mã, trị vì từ năm 161 đến khi ông mất vào năm 180. Ông từng là Tổng tài của đế quốc La Mã vào năm 140. Aurelius was born Marcus Annius Catilius Severus, and at marriage took the name Marcus Annius Verus. When he was named Emperor, he was given the name Marcus Aurelius Antoninus; "Aurelius" means "golden." His uncle Antoninus Pius adopted him as a son and designated him his successor on February 25, 138, when Marcus was only seventeen years of age. Few ancient works have been as influential as the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, philosopher and emperor of Rome (A.D. 161–180). A series of spiritual exercises filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and profound understanding of human behavior, it remains one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. Marcus Aurelius. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus was born in AD 121, in the reign of the emperor Hadrian. At first he was called Marcus Annius Verus, but his well-born father died young and he was adopted, first his grandfather, who had him educated a number of excellent tutors, and then, when he was sixteen, Aurelius Antoninus, his uncle marriage, who had been adopted as Hadrian's heir Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Meditations How much time he gains who does not look to see what his neighbor says or does or thinks, but only at what he does himself, to make it just and holy. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Meditations In the morning, when you are sluggish about getting up, let this thought be present: 'I am rising to a man's work.' Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus, 121-180. Was adopted the emperor Antoninus Pius and succeeded him in 161 (as joint emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus). He ruled alone from 169. He spent much of his reign in putting down variou rebellions, and was a persecutor of Christians. When Antoninus Pius died in 161, the Senate awarded the imperial power to Marcus Aurelius; however, Marcus Aurelius gave joint power to his brother ( adoption) and called him Lucius Aurelius Verus Commodus. The two co-ruling brothers are referred to as Antonines - as in the Antonine plague of 165–180. Marcus Aurelius ruled from A.D. 161-180. Marcus Aurelius (Latin: Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus; 26 April 121 – 17 March 180) was Roman emperor from 161 to 180 and a Stoic philosopher. He was the last of the rulers known as the Five Good Emperors, and the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an age of relative peace and stability for the Roman Empire. The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Antoninus This edition of the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius was the product of years of unremitting and almost secret labour. Few even of his friends were allowed to know how closely and continuously Farquharson lived with … Thus Marcus begins with his paternal grandfather, Annius Verus, and his own father, passes to childhood's discipline, the Greek training adopted in Rome, introduces next his earlier and later tutors, thus leading up to his instruction his adoptive father, … Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman empire from AD 161-180. He wrote the 12 books of the Meditations in as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. Please note this is my own recording Marcus Aurelius (121 – 180 AD) was Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. What today we call the Meditations take the form of a personal notebook, which wasn’t intended for publication. Aurelius called them “Writings To Myself.” About Marcus Aurelius Meditations Meditations is a series of personal writings Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. Marcus Aurelius wrote the 12 books of the Meditations in Koine Greek as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus (often referred to as "the wise") was Emperor of the Roman Empire from 161 to his death in 180. He was the last of the "Five Good Emperors", and is also considered one of the more important Stoic philosophers. His two decades as … At the beginning of The Meditations, Marcus Aurelius spends a whole chapter carefully reminding himself of the most important things about the most important people in his life, his family and teachers. That's the way he introduces the subject. In particular, he meditates at length on the virtues of the emperor Antoninus Pius, his adoptive father. Marcus Aurelius was an emperor or Rome from 161 to 180 CE. He was the last of what are referred to as the Five Good Emperors.These emperors did not rely on dynastic succession but selected the Aurelius Antoninus, MARCUS, Roman Emperor, A.D. 161-180, b. At Rome, April 26, 121; d.March 17, 180. His father died while Marcus was yet a boy, and he was adopted his grandfather, Annius Verus. In the first pages of his “Meditations” (I, i-xvii) he has left us an account, unique in antiquity, of his education near relatives and tutors of distinction; diligence, gratitude, and The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. Marcus AURELIUS (121 - 180), translated George CHRYSTAL (1880 - 1944) The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Marcus' life. Each book is not in chronological order and it was written for no one but himself. The style of writing that permeates the 1. FROM my grandfather Verus [I learned] good morals and the government of my temper. 1 2. From the reputation and remembrance of my father, modesty and a manly character. 2 3. From my mother, piety and beneficence, and abstinence, not only from evil deeds, but even from evil thoughts; and further simplicity in my way of living, far removed from the habits of the rich. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus: an inspirational and effective leader of men; as a general in war, and as one of Rome's greatest emperors, The Meditations of this former persecutor of Christians, were incorporated in part, in later Christian Doctrine, probably a century or two after his demise, when the unofficial theology of Rome, and the accepted The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. A New Rendering Based on the Foulis Translation Of 1742 George W. Chrystal. Meditations is a series of personal writings Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. See all books authored Marcus Aurelius, including Meditations, and The Essential Marcus Aurelius, and more on Looking for books Marcus Aurelius? See all books authored Marcus Aurelius, including Meditations, and The Essential Marcus Aurelius, and more on The Emperor Marcus Antoninus: His Meditations is a series of personal writings Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.Marcus Aurelius wrote the 12 books of the Meditations in Koine Greek as The Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (a.d. 121—180) embodied in his person that deeply cherished, ideal figure of antiquity, the philosopher-king. His Meditations are not only one of the most important expressions of the Stoic philosophy of his time but also an enduringly inspiring guide to living a good and just life. Written in moments snatched from military campaigns and the rigors