Meditations: Philosophical Contemplations of a Roman Emperor
Oct 2018 · e-artnow
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"Meditations" is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from second century, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. Marcus Aurelius wrote the Meditations as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Marcus' life. A central theme to Meditations is the importance of analyzing one's judgment of self and others and the development of a cosmic perspective. The style of writing that permeates the text is one that is simplified, straightforward, and perhaps reflecting Marcus' Stoic perspective on the text.
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Jim Tolbert
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March 16, 2021
This translation is from the early to mid 1800s and it remains in old English. Thou art advices that two centuries past in England people spoke in a form that does not immediately help our understanding of Marcus Aurelius’ meditations. Since the original text was not in English, if you are going to read a translation, I strongly suggest reading a translation that is in your current, modern use of the language and passing on this translation.
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Ballarapu Hymavathi
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