This podcast episode presents a revised translation of Marcus Aurelius's Meditations by Alice Zimmern, based on Jeremy Collier's earlier work, published in 1887 as part of the Camelot Series. The excerpts include the introduction providing background on Marcus Aurelius's life, his Stoic philosophy, and the context of his writings, along with the table of contents and selections from all twelve books of the Meditations. The introduction highlights his challenges as emperor and addresses his role in persecuting Christians. The excerpts themselves offer Marcus Aurelius's reflections on living a virtuous life, understanding nature and the universe, accepting fate, managing emotions, and preparing for death, reflecting core Stoic principles.
