Meditations: A Classic History of Philosophy By Marcus Aurelius

by Marcus Aurelius

"Meditations" is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. Written nearly 2000 Years ago, Meditations remains profoundly relevant for anyone seeking to lead a meaningful life.

The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Aurelius' life. Each book is not in chronological order and it was written for no one but himself. 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. With ancient wisdom that is as relevant in modern times as it was then, Meditations is one of the greatest works of Greek and philosophical literature. Meditation’s has continued to influence its readers throughout the centuries.

Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy

166 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 15, 2022

About the author

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 emperor were marked by near continual warfare. He was faced with a series of invasions from German tribes, and by conflicts with the Parthian Empire in the east. His reign also had to deal with an internal revolt in the east, led by Avidius Cassius.

Marcus Aurelius' work Meditations, written in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, is still revered as a literary monument to a government of service and duty and has been praised for its "exquisite accent and its infinite tenderness."

Reviews

[Jonas Lønborg]

“For nowhere either with more quiet or more freedom from trouble does a man retire than into his own soul […] Tranquility is nothing else than the good ordering of the mind” (p40)

“‘Unhappy am I because this has happened to me.’ - Not so, but happy that I, though this has happened to me, because I continue free from pain, neither crushed by the present nor fearing the future.” (P 51)

[Sin · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most amazing quotes from the famous stoic philosopher, Marcus Aurelius. Beautiful vegan leather, ribbon bookmark, and gold foil designs.

[Vlad · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing.

This book really describes in a very sufficient way the stoic view.

We suffer more in our imagination than in our reality,
It explains to see obstacle as the way, and to see life and ongoing on it should become on that.

Every animal has a purpose as human being, rather being stoic is self improvement that engages you’re productivity and willpower to improve.

You have 2 ears and one mouth, listen more than you speak.

If any bad happen never go in that and start acting bad.

Stoics has the biggest possession and that’s power inside you not outside you, the one in fact you can control.