https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/on-duties--7031778enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e2185957d84f4dd8c7dee2e73c07cad3.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/on-duties--7031778Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgOn Duties (Latin: DE OFFICIIS) discusses virtue, expediency and apparent conflicts between the two. St. Ambrose, St. Jerome and other Doctors of the Roman Catholic Church considered it to be legitimate for study. It was the second book after the Bible...falsefe8f336f-2e18-5e9f-8140-a50c4f731f29episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moral-letters-vol-i-lucius-annaeus-seneca--74471559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74471559Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroMoral Letters, Vol. I by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a profound exploration of ethical philosophy, where Seneca shares his thoughts on virtue, wisdom, and the nature of the good life through a series of letters. These reflections delve into the...34769falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-plumptre-translation-sophocles--74425410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425410Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Antigone," translated by Plumptre, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into the conflict between individual conscience and state law. The story centers around Antigone’s unwavering commitment to familial duty and moral principles, as she...4760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedrus-plato-platon--74345371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74345371Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Phaedrus" by Plato explores profound themes of love, rhetoric, and the nature of the soul through a dialogue between Socrates and Phaedrus. This philosophical work delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the power of persuasive speech,...12816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agricola-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74289468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74289468Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:36 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroAgricola by Publius Cornelius Tacitus presents a compelling biographical account of the life and achievements of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, the Roman general known for his military conquests in Britain. This work not only highlights Agricola's strategic...5357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-way-translation-euripides--74173159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173159Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:25 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroEuripides' "Alcestis" presents a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and duty through the story of a devoted wife who offers her life for her husband's. This timeless tale delves into the complexities of human relationships and the often-painful...4434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophist-plato-platon--74113730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113730Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Sophist" by Plato delves into the nature of sophistry and the distinction between true knowledge and mere opinion. As the dialogue unfolds, it explores profound questions about reality, being, and the art of persuasion, challenging listeners to...9558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-christian-doctrine-saint-augustine-of-hippo--74065434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74065434Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:17 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"On Christian Doctrine" by Saint Augustine of Hippo explores the foundational principles of interpreting Scripture and the role of Christian teaching in guiding moral behavior. Augustine emphasizes the importance of understanding and conveying the...25935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mythology-jane-ellen-harrison--74011151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74011151Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:26 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Mythology" by Jane Ellen Harrison delves into the rich tapestry of ancient myths, exploring their origins and significance in human culture. This profound examination reveals how these timeless stories shape our understanding of the world and our...11106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satyricon-gaius-petronius-arbiter--73955001https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73955001Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:41 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Satyricon," attributed to Gaius Petronius Arbiter, is a fascinating exploration of Roman society, filled with vivid characters and satirical commentary on the excesses of the time. This ancient text offers a glimpse into the lives of the decadent...28571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ion-plato-platon--73896160https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73896160Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:10 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Ion" by Plato delves into the nature of poetic inspiration and the role of the poet in society. Through a dialogue between Socrates and Ion, the text explores how poets convey knowledge and the divine influence behind their creativity. This...3233falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-coleridge-translation-euripides--73783354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783354Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:21 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroEuripides' "Trojan Women," translated by Coleridge, presents a poignant exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the suffering of the women of Troy as they confront their fates following the city's fall. This powerful tragedy delves into...4834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physics-aristotle--73747479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747479Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:37 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Physics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational ideas of Aristotle's scientific philosophy, exploring the principles that govern the natural world. This work is essential for understanding the origins of scientific thought and the development of...34744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-storr-translation-sophocles--73718673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718673Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:07 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Oedipus Rex," translated by Storr, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores themes of fate, free will, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oedipus, the King of Thebes, as he unravels the mystery of a plague afflicting his city, only to...5088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fall-of-troy-quintus-smyrnaeus--73695950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695950Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Fall of Troy" by Quintus Smyrnaeus captures the dramatic aftermath of the Trojan War, exploring themes of loss, fate, and the enduring consequences of conflict. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into the struggles faced by the survivors and the...33396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73671618https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671618Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:53:11 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroOn the Ends of Good and Evil by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the fundamental concepts of morality, exploring what defines good and evil in human actions. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on ethical dilemmas and the principles that...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--73646980https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646980Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:27:19 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, presents a powerful exploration of defiance and the consequences of challenging authority through the myth of Prometheus, who is punished for bringing fire to humanity. This ancient Greek tragedy delves into...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/categories-aristotle--73610783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73610783Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:57:29 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroCategories-Aristotle delves into the foundational concepts of classification and categorization as outlined by the ancient philosopher Aristotle. This work explores how we understand and organize knowledge, offering insights into the nature of reality...6250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-marcus-tullius-cicero--73291726https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291726Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:39:24 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroOn the Nature of the Gods by Marcus Tullius Cicero explores profound philosophical questions surrounding the existence and nature of deities. Cicero delves into the beliefs and arguments of various schools of thought, providing insight into the human...23999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-duties-marcus-tullius-cicero--71996948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996948Wed, 13 May 2026 22:32:03 +0000Marcus Tullius CiceroOn Duties (Latin: DE OFFICIIS) discusses virtue, expediency and apparent conflicts between the two. St. Ambrose, St. Jerome and other Doctors of the Roman Catholic Church considered it to be legitimate for study. It was the second book after the Bible...22893antiquity,cicero,classics,duties,eton,expediency,greek,latin,officiis,tulliusfalsefull