The book Meditations by Marcus Aurelius – Roman Emperor from 161 to 180, the last of the five wise kings of the Roman Empire – collects contemplations on nature , human behavior and the laws of life.
All things are beautiful, they are beautiful and sufficient in themselves. Praise is from the outside. The object of the compliment remains the same: neither better nor worse…” excerpt from the work.
Thoughts written in a simple style The straightforward strategy reflects the Stoic concept (a school of philosophy).
Marcus wrote Thinking in the last 10 years of his life – a dark period dark and stressful for him. From 169 to 179 he had to deal with constant battles on the border, rebellions and the deaths of his wife’s counterpart…
It was in such circumstances It was natural for Marcus to find solace in philosophy. But to understand what Marcus sought from his philosophical studies, a certain orientation is needed.
To understand Thinking in its context, the reader cannot Just need to get acquainted with Stoicism – the basic philosophical system of this work – but also understand the role of philosophy in ancient life in general.
Today Philosophy is an academic subject that few other than professional philosophers consider central to everyday life. For Marcus and his contemporaries, ancient philosophy had its academic dimension.
The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is considered one of the greatest philosophical works. is an important source that helps the modern world understand ancient Stoic philosophy.
Today the book has inspired many generations of readers who can read it many times at many stages of life to find profound messages in it.
Marcus Aurelius (121-180) was a “philosopher” The wise king or “holy emperor” as the East often calls him.
Marcus was born into a prestigious family. His father died when he was young and he was raised by his grandfather. In Reflection Marcus talks about his father’s personality according to what he remembers or has heard from others.
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