The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus by Marcus Aurelius

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Author Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome, 121-180
Translator Chrystal, George W. (George William), 1880-1944
Title The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus
A new rendering based on the Foulis translation of 1742
Note Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meditations
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Summary "The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus" by Marcus Aurelius is a philosophical work written in the 2nd century AD. This influential text serves as a collection of personal reflections and insights from the Roman Emperor on Stoicism and how to live a virtuous life. The meditations explore themes of self-discipline, the nature of the universe, and the importance of rational thought, addressing how one can maintain tranquility amid life's challenges. The opening of this treatise reveals Marcus Aurelius' gratitude towards the significant figures in his life who have shaped his character and philosophy. He reflects on the teachings and virtues he learned from his family, educators, and friends, emphasizing modesty, virtue, and self-control. This introduction sets the stage for the deeper philosophical explorations that follow in the text, wherein Aurelius discusses the nature of existence, the inevitability of death, and the mindset required to live in accordance with nature and reason. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Stoics
Subject Ethics
Subject Life
Category Text
EBook-No. 55317
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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