marcus aurelius

Thân thiện

Marcus Aurelius writes in his journal by candlelight.

Definition

Proper noun: - Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher: Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, known as the last of the "Five Good Emperors." He is also renowned as a Stoic philosopher, and his personal writings, "Meditations," are a significant work of philosophy.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire during a period of significant military conflict.
  • Students of philosophy often read the "Meditations" of Marcus Aurelius.
  • The reign of Marcus Aurelius is sometimes seen as the end of the Pax Romana.

Advanced Usage

• As a symbol of stoicism: The name is often used to represent the ideal of the philosopher-king or stoic resilience.
  • In facing the crisis, he tried to emulate the calm demeanor of Marcus Aurelius.

Variants and Related Words

• Aurelian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Marcus Aurelius or his reign.
  • The Aurelian columns in Rome commemorate his military victories.
• Stoic (n/adj): Pertaining to the school of philosophy he practiced.
  • His Marcus Aurelius-like stoicism helped him endure the hardship.

Synonyms

• Marcus Annius Verus (Birth name).
• The Philosopher King (Epithet).

Related Phrases

• "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius: Refers specifically to his series of personal writings and philosophical reflections.
  • He keeps a copy of "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius on his bedside table.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Emperor of Rome; nephew and son-in-law and adoptive son of Antonius Pius; Stoic philosopher; the decline of the Roman Empire began under Marcus Aurelius (121-180)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Antoninus
• Aurelius
• Marcus Aurelius
• Marcus Aurelius Antoninus
• Marcus Annius Verus