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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-1--7000645</link><description><![CDATA[Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers. His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 1 presents the paired lives of Theseus and Romulus, Lycurgus and Numa, and Solon and Poplicola. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline) Books in this series: Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Volume 5 Volume 6 to come Volume 7 Volume 8 to come Volume 9 to come Volume 10 to come Volume 11 to come<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7000645/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Anthologies Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg</url><title>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-1--7000645</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:23:31 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Anthologies Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker39@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers. His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 1 presents the paired lives of Theseus and Romulus, Lycurgus and Numa, and Solon and Poplicola. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline) Books in this series: Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Volume 5 Volume 6 to come Volume 7 Volume 8 to come Volume 9 to come Volume 10 to come Volume 11 to come<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"><itunes:category text="Pets &amp; Animals"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Science"><itunes:category text="Nature"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>9adb7911-b210-5119-936f-ff5285fac218</podcast:guid><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>My Larger Education-Booker T. Washington</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-larger-education-booker-t-washington--74451342</link><description><![CDATA["My Larger Education" by Booker T. Washington offers insightful reflections on the importance of education and self-improvement in the quest for personal and communal advancement. Washington emphasizes the transformative power of knowledge and the responsibility that comes with it, making this work a timeless exploration of the pursuit of dignity and empowerment through learning. The themes of resilience, perseverance, and the value of education resonate deeply today, as they challenge individuals to rise above their circumstances and strive for greater achievements.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74451342</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74451342/my_larger_education_booker_t_washington.mp3" length="211898218" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"My Larger Education" by Booker T. Washington offers insightful reflections on the importance of education and self-improvement in the quest for personal and communal advancement. Washington emphasizes the transformative power of knowledge and the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["My Larger Education" by Booker T. Washington offers insightful reflections on the importance of education and self-improvement in the quest for personal and communal advancement. Washington emphasizes the transformative power of knowledge and the responsibility that comes with it, making this work a timeless exploration of the pursuit of dignity and empowerment through learning. The themes of resilience, perseverance, and the value of education resonate deeply today, as they challenge individuals to rise above their circumstances and strive for greater achievements.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>26461</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Selections from Josephus-Flavius Josephus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/selections-from-josephus-flavius-josephus--74400660</link><description><![CDATA[Selections from Josephus-Flavius Josephus offers a compelling glimpse into the historical narratives and insights of one of antiquity's most significant historians. This collection showcases Josephus's unique perspective on the Jewish-Roman conflicts and the cultural dynamics of the time, illuminating themes of faith, identity, and resilience. Hearing these selections now provides a deeper understanding of how these ancient struggles resonate with contemporary issues of conflict and cultural identity. Josephus's work endures as a vital link to our past, fostering reflection on the complexities of human experience and the enduring quest for understanding across cultures.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74400660</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74400660/selections_from_josephus_flavius_josephus.mp3" length="235652703" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Selections from Josephus-Flavius Josephus offers a compelling glimpse into the historical narratives and insights of one of antiquity's most significant historians. 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Josephus's work endures as a vital link to our past, fostering reflection on the complexities of human experience and the enduring quest for understanding across cultures.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>29427</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Charles I-Jacob Abbott</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/charles-i-jacob-abbott--74318915</link><description><![CDATA["Charles I-Jacob Abbott" invites listeners into the fascinating life of Charles I, exploring his reign and the complexities of his character. This work highlights the themes of leadership, conflict, and the struggle for power, which remain relevant in today's world as we navigate the challenges of governance and authority. Abbott's insightful portrayal offers timeless lessons on the consequences of ambition and the delicate balance between duty and personal belief. Engaging with this narrative not only enriches our understanding of history but also encourages reflection on the enduring nature of human aspirations and the intricate tapestry of royal life.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74318915</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74318915/charles_i_jacob_abbott.mp3" length="152002329" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Charles I-Jacob Abbott" invites listeners into the fascinating life of Charles I, exploring his reign and the complexities of his character. 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Engaging with this narrative not only enriches our understanding of history but also encourages reflection on the enduring nature of human aspirations and the intricate tapestry of royal life.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18981</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars-Anonymous</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-blessed-john-b-marie-vianney-cure-of-ars-anonymous--74213399</link><description><![CDATA[The "Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars" offers a profound glimpse into the life and devotion of one of the Church's most beloved saints. This biography chronicles the journey of John Vianney, whose unwavering faith and commitment to his parishioners transformed the spiritual landscape of Ars. His dedication to prayer, humility, and pastoral care serves as a timeless reminder of the power of faith in action. 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This biography chronicles the journey of John Vianney, whose unwavering faith and commitment to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The "Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars" offers a profound glimpse into the life and devotion of one of the Church's most beloved saints. This biography chronicles the journey of John Vianney, whose unwavering faith and commitment to his parishioners transformed the spiritual landscape of Ars. His dedication to prayer, humility, and pastoral care serves as a timeless reminder of the power of faith in action. 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Listening to Aurelius's meditations provides valuable insights that continue to inspire and guide individuals seeking wisdom and clarity in their lives.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74147060</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74147060/12252_meditations_of_the_emperor_marcus_aurelius_antoninus_marcus_aurelius.mp3" length="138282341" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius" offers a profound glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest leaders, revealing his reflections on virtue, duty, and the nature of existence. 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This collection serves as a tribute to the virtues of these notable figures, making it a timeless reflection on the qualities that inspire and uplift humanity. Hubbard's eloquent prose and insightful observations resonate even today, reminding us of the enduring impact that noble ideals can have on our lives. As we navigate a complex world, the wisdom found in these journeys encourages us to seek out the good and strive for greatness in our own endeavors.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74097816</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74097816/little_journeys_to_the_homes_of_good_men_and_great_elbert_hubbard.mp3" length="232901140" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Little Journeys to the Homes of Good Men and Great" by Elbert Hubbard invites listeners to explore the lives and philosophies of remarkable individuals who have shaped our understanding of goodness and greatness. 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His story is not just one of military success but also of personal integrity and the relentless pursuit of justice in the face of adversity. 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This timeless narrative resonates today as it reflects the ongoing struggles between justice and morality, as well as the consequences of human actions. 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This volume delves into the complexities of character, leadership, and morality, offering timeless lessons that resonate with contemporary audiences. Plutarch's insights into human nature and the interplay of fate and free will remain relevant today, prompting reflection on our own lives and choices. By examining the parallel lives of these noble individuals, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the qualities that define greatness and the enduring impact of history on our modern world.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73279378</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:38:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73279378/2308_parallel_lives_of_the_noble_greeks_and_romans_vol_2_lucius_mestrius_plutarchus.mp3" length="257063760" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2 by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus continues the exploration of the lives and virtues of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome. This volume delves into the complexities of character, leadership,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2 by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus continues the exploration of the lives and virtues of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome. This volume delves into the complexities of character, leadership, and morality, offering timeless lessons that resonate with contemporary audiences. Plutarch's insights into human nature and the interplay of fate and free will remain relevant today, prompting reflection on our own lives and choices. By examining the parallel lives of these noble individuals, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the qualities that define greatness and the enduring impact of history on our modern world.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>32101</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol 1 - Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-1-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--71796255</link><description><![CDATA[Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers. His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 1 presents the paired lives of Theseus and Romulus, Lycurgus and Numa, and Solon and Poplicola. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline) Books in this series: Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Volume 5 Volume 6 to come Volume 7 Volume 8 to come Volume 9 to come Volume 10 to come Volume 11 to come<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71796255</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:31:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71796255/parallel_lives_of_the_noble_greeks_and_romans_vol_1_lucius_mestrius_plutarchus.mp3" length="251175950" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers. His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 1 presents the paired lives of Theseus and Romulus, Lycurgus and Numa, and Solon and Poplicola. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline) Books in this series: Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Volume 5 Volume 6 to come Volume 7 Volume 8 to come Volume 9 to come Volume 10 to come Volume 11 to come<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>31397</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>antiquity,come,greeks,lives,noble,numa,paired,parallel,plutarchus,romans</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f60b0992a7bbd6aab7af30ed58f2134.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
