https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/meditations--7031770enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3aa35ec2515605fd9a5c1db8b9aa02e6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/meditations--7031770Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0000Marcus AureliusGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgMarcus Aurelius wrote Meditations in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. These memos survive and continue to inspire others to this day. These writings take the form of quotations varying...false445412d2-7bdd-5afa-b347-771a005618b4episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-parts-of-animals-aristotle--74470992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74470992Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0000Marcus Aurelius"On the Parts of Animals" by Aristotle delves into the intricate anatomy and physiology of various creatures, exploring how their physical structures relate to their functions and behaviors. This foundational work in biology not only reflects...35175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-sublime-unknown--74425150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425150Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Marcus Aurelius"On the Sublime-Unknown" invites listeners to explore the depths of existence and the mysteries that lie beyond human comprehension. This thought-provoking work delves into the themes of the ineffable and the transcendent, encouraging a reflection on...10538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anabasis-xenophon--74344997https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74344997Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:52 +0000Marcus AureliusAnabasis-Xenophon is a timeless account of a Greek mercenary's journey home after the fall of the Persian prince Cyrus the Younger. This narrative not only captures the trials and tribulations faced by Xenophon and his fellow soldiers but also delves...32712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-4-zeus-the-tragedian-lucian-of-samosata--74289014https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74289014Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:15 +0000Marcus AureliusLucian's Dialogues Volume 4, titled "Zeus the Tragedian," presents a thought-provoking exploration of themes that resonate through the ages, such as the nature of divinity, the absurdities of human existence, and the complexities of belief. Lucian of...4704falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-christian-doctrine-saint-augustine-of-hippo--74172725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172725Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:21 +0000Marcus Aurelius"On Christian Doctrine" by Saint Augustine of Hippo delves into the principles of interpreting Scripture and the art of teaching Christian doctrine. Augustine emphasizes the importance of love as the foundation of understanding faith and the role of...25935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medea-way-translation-euripides--74113490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113490Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:09 +0000Marcus AureliusEuripides' "Medea" is a powerful and timeless exploration of betrayal, revenge, and the complexities of human emotion. This tragedy delves into the depths of a woman's anguish as she confronts the ultimate betrayal by her husband, leading her down a...5207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meno-plato-platon--74064929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064929Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:36 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Meno" by Plato explores the nature of virtue and whether it can be taught. Through a dialogue between Socrates and Meno, the text delves into fundamental questions about knowledge, learning, and the essence of moral character. Its enduring themes...8682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philoctetes-sophocles--74010647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010647Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Philoctetes" by Sophocles is a powerful exploration of human suffering, isolation, and the struggle for redemption. The story centers on Philoctetes, a warrior abandoned due to a festering wound, who grapples with betrayal and the longing for...5151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation-sophocles--73954658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73954658Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:29 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Storr, presents the poignant conclusion to Sophocles' exploration of fate, identity, and redemption. In this profound work, the once-mighty Oedipus seeks solace in his final days, grappling with the consequences of...5767falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--73895781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73895781Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:12 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Prometheus Bound," translated by Robert Browning, is a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering, centering on the Titan Prometheus who is punished by Zeus for bringing fire and knowledge to humanity. This timeless tale delves into themes of...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philippics-marcus-tullius-cicero--73821642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73821642Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:22 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Philippics" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a powerful oratory work that addresses the political turmoil of Cicero's time, focusing on his vehement opposition to Mark Antony. This collection of speeches not only showcases Cicero's rhetorical prowess but...35184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menexenus-text-517--73783036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783036Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:25 +0000Marcus AureliusMenexenus (Text 517) presents a thought-provoking exploration of themes that resonate deeply with the human experience. This work delves into the complexities of relationships and the nature of dialogue, emphasizing the significance of communication...2487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-generation-and-corruption-aristotle--73747042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747042Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000Marcus Aurelius"On Generation and Corruption" by Aristotle delves into the fundamental principles of change and transformation in the natural world, exploring the processes that govern the birth, growth, and decay of substances. This timeless work invites listeners...12642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maitrayana-upanishad-unknown--73718442https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718442Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:53 +0000Marcus AureliusThe "Maitrayana Upanishad" is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of reality, the self, and the interconnectedness of all beings. This ancient scripture invites listeners to explore deep spiritual insights and encourages...7819falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelphi-or-the-brothers-terence--73695750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695750Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Adelphi or, The Brothers-Terence" invites listeners into a rich exploration of familial bonds and the complexities of brotherhood. This poignant narrative delves into the themes of loyalty, identity, and the struggles inherent in close relationships,...6466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-way-translation-euripides--73671388https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671388Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:45:01 +0000Marcus AureliusEuripides' "Alcestis" explores profound themes of love, sacrifice, and the human condition through the lens of a tragic narrative. This timeless work delves into the depths of devotion as a wife willingly offers her life for her husband, prompting...4434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophist-plato-platon--73646743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646743Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:18:43 +0000Marcus Aurelius"Sophist" by Plato delves into the nature of sophistry, exploring the distinctions between true knowledge and mere opinion. This philosophical dialogue challenges listeners to consider the complexities of reality and illusion, a theme that remains...9558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-sublime-unknown--73610109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73610109Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:47:11 +0000Marcus Aurelius"On the Sublime-Unknown" invites listeners to explore the depths of human experience, delving into the profound and often ineffable aspects of existence. This thought-provoking work challenges conventional understanding and encourages a contemplation...10538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-marcus-tullius-cicero--73291572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291572Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:31:25 +0000Marcus AureliusOn the Nature of the Gods by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical exploration of divinity and the nature of the gods. This work examines the beliefs and arguments surrounding the existence of deities, offering insights that are both...23999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-marcus-aurelius--71996937https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996937Wed, 13 May 2026 22:30:34 +0000Marcus AureliusMarcus Aurelius wrote Meditations in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. These memos survive and continue to inspire others to this day. These writings take the form of quotations varying...25147antiquity,aurelius,classics,explicates,greek,latin,meditations,memos,overpower,writingsfalsefull