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Ancient philosophy provides us with timeless wisdom while bringing a new light on the way modern thought has been shaped by building on the ancient masters. This audiobook is a careful compilation of essential quotes summarizing each one of the great masters' fundamental ideas. Learn Stoicism from the teachings of both Marcus Aurelius, the emperor, and Epictetus the slave, each one intent on his own quest for the best possible life; discover the essence of ideas, logic and philosophy with Aristotle and his pupil Plato.

The philosophy of the Stoics has experienced something of a rediscovery in recent years as certain individuals today, unable to ignore the virtually universal decadence, cowardice, selfishness, and ignorance of the human race as a whole, seek a more challenging and honorable approach to life.

Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Marcus' life. Each book is not in chronological order and it was written for no one but himself. The style of writing that permeates the text is one that is simplified, straightforward, and perhaps reflecting Marcus' Stoic perspective on the text.

Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe. Spanning from doubt and despair to conviction and exaltation, they cover such diverse topics as the question of virtue, human rationality, the nature of the gods and the values of leadership.

Start your listening journey today. “Meditations” provides not just philosophical wisdom, but a roadmap to living a fulfilling and thoughtful life. Let this journey of self-discovery enrich your life.

Written nearly two thousand years ago, Emperor Marcus Aurelius‘s Meditations remains a relevant and profound philosophical exploration of what it means to live a meaningful life.

In the complex tapestry of life, the brilliance of Marcus Aurelius serves as a guiding beacon. Within his personal reflections, meticulously crafted with profound insight, the revered Stoic philosopher-emperor imparted timeless wisdom that continues to inspire generations.

This modern translation sheds new light on Marcus Aurelius' reflections, making them more accessible and relatable to today's audience. Whether you're grappling with the complexities of daily life or seeking a deeper understanding of your place in the world, this book offers timeless guidance. Why is "Meditations" such an important text? It transcends time and culture, offering invaluable lessons on self-discipline, inner peace, and resilience.

While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, ‘500 Quotes of Great Wisdom’ offers a shortcut. Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of all time, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought. A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind.

A classic of stoic philosophy written by the emperor of Rome, Marcus Aurelius.

What’s the big idea? Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius believed that in a palace or a soldiers’ camp one can live a life free of envy and desire, neither pursuing pleasure nor fearing pain as one performs the duties life has assigned. I have worked to make his Meditations as understandable as possible. By the end of the book, the emperor’s philosophy will be crystal clear. So please travel back almost 2,000 years ago and join Marcus Aurelius as sits in his camp in the evening meditating on life.

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 161 to 180 AD. He left a lasting legacy, not only through his many political and military accomplishments, but also through his philosophical writings. The Meditations are a collection of Marcus Aurelius' personal thoughts and reflections, which offer insight into his wisdom as a thinker and leader. The work has been translated and read by people throughout the centuries, and it still offers valuable perspectives on how to live a good life.

Marcus Aurelius, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Napoleon Hill are some of the most notable names in nonfiction classics. While these authors each come from very different time periods, their thoughts have been chronicled in the books that they wrote, and their advice has been followed by millions of individuals for centuries.

Marcus Aurelius foi um Imperador Romano, o último dos Cinco Bons Imperadores, e um dos mais importantes filósofos estóicos, juntamente com o escravo Epictetus. Marcus Aurelius escreveu as Meditações durante uma campanha militar; foi uma série de notas escritas para ninguém a não ser para ele próprio na sua busca de auto-aperfeiçoamento.

Seleccionámos para si 600 grandes citações de grandes líderes, para o ajudar a desenvolver a sua própria liderança ou a compreender melhor a sociedade em que vivemos. Ter um grande sentido de liderança pode inspirar grandes homens e mulheres nas suas acções, nos seus pensamentos, nas suas vidas, e nas vidas de muitas pessoas à sua volta. A liderança é também definida como um processo de influência social no qual uma pessoa pode alistar a ajuda e o apoio de outros para a realização de uma tarefa comum.

Familiarize-se com os mais importantes filósofos antigos, pensadores gregos e romanos que moldaram a filosofia ocidental. Mergulhe profundamente nas suas obras e pensamentos com uma selecção das citações essenciais introduzindo as suas principais ideias e delineando a estrutura da sua obra com clareza, o que faz uma introdução perfeita para iniciados na filosofia, com as obras de Aristóteles, Cícero, Epictetus, Heráclito, Marcus Aurelius, Platão, e Séneca.

A sabedoria é hoje em dia uma qualidade muito necessária. Seleccionámos para si 500 dos ditos mais sábios alguma vez pronunciados, por Bouddha, Gandhi, Marcus Aurelius, Martin Luther King e Madre Teresa de Calcutá. Eles são retirados de várias origens culturais para demonstrar que a sabedoria transcende as fronteiras. Deixe-se conduzir com eles numa viagem à volta do mundo, através de culturas e continentes: encontrará aqui citações profundas do passado, citações eficazes da Ásia, ditados poéticos de sábios ocidentais, e numerosos exemplos de Sabedoria Mundial.

Gosta de descobrir os autores através das suas próprias palavras, e de chegar ao âmago das suas ideias da forma mais eficiente? Aqui está uma selecção das citações mais interessantes de grandes mentes, tanto artistas como pensadores: Leonardo da Vinci, Marcus Aurelius, Anne Frank, Albert Einstein, Carl Jung. Aumente o seu conhecimento da nossa cultura e deleite-se com estes pensamentos essenciais por grandes figuras do nosso tempo e de outros tempos. Uma grande citação pode encapsular uma grande teia de ideias, pensamentos, reflexões, emoções em poucas palavras.

FNH Audio presents an unabridged reading of Meditations, which is a series of personal musings by Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

While preparing to deploy with the US Army, Marcus suffered a severe spinal injury that left him paralyzed. After dying on the operating table twice, the surgeons saved his life, but told him he'd never walk again. Having no other option, Marcus started doing some brutally honest soul-searching, looking for the lesson to be learned from his injury. Once he started seeing his adversity as a gift instead of a curse, something miraculous began to happen....