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Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied
Donald Robertson on The Stoic Emperor (Episode 122)
Mar 12, 2024
Explore Marcus Aurelius's life and Stoic practices with Donald Robertson. Dive into the Marcomannic wars, Commodus's succession, and Stoicism's role. Discover intriguing details like the assassination of a general and Marcus Aurelius's Stoic exercises.
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- Marcus Aurelius faced numerous threats to his life, including assassination risks and health issues, contrasting with modern security perceptions.
- Marcus Aurelius strategically appointed Commodus as his successor to prevent civil war and maintain Roman Empire stability.
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Evolution of Perception of Marcus Aurelius
The speaker discusses the evolution of his perception of Marcus Aurelius through writing various books about him. Initially, he wrote 'How to Think Like a Roman Emperor' with biographical anecdotes, followed by a graphic novel. A prose biography focused on Marcus Aurelius' character and how Stoicism influenced him as an emperor. Writing the graphic novel helped visualize Marcus' life, enhancing the prose biography.
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