

Marcus Aurelius Lecture - Meditations
Aug 22, 2023
This podcast explores Marcus Aurelius and Stoicism, discussing living in accordance with nature, virtuous absolute rulers, moral maxims, and being fully human. It delves into alternative philosophical perspectives, the decline of Socratic philosophy, and the development of Stoicism, Epicureanism, and skepticism.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Alternative Philosophical Perspectives: Socratic Prudence, Skepticism, and Stoicism
02:28 • 3min
Living in Accordance with Nature: Exploring Stoic Philosophy
05:29 • 5min
Marcus Aurelius: The Virtuous Absolute Ruler
10:20 • 6min
Moral Maxims and Philosophical Restraint: The Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius
16:39 • 23min
Being Fully Human: Freedom, Rationality, and Virtue
39:59 • 3min