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Back to EpisodesThe Ancient Roman Text That Was Never Meant for Us | Jeremy Ryan Slate
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Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations became one of the most influential books in history…
But according to historians, it may never have been intended for public eyes.
In this clip, Jeremy Ryan Slate explores the real origins of Meditations, why Marcus Aurelius wrote it, and how the private reflections of a Roman emperor became one of the most important philosophical texts ever created.
Inside this clip:
The true origins of Meditations
Marcus Aurelius and Stoicism
Why the writings were deeply personal
Ancient Rome and philosophy
How history preserved the text
A fascinating discussion about Rome, philosophy, and one of history’s most mysterious books.
***TIMESTAMPS***
00:00 - Vatican Power, Cultural Decline, Rome
08:59 - Borders, Immigration, Expansion Limits
19:21 - Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius, Emperors
28:48 - Politics, Banking Families, Vatican
40:31 - Espionage, Grain Control, Military
50:06 - Fall of Rome, Economy, Fourth Turning
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