The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus : A new rendering based on the Foulis translation of 1742

In "The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus", readers are invited into the introspective mind of one of history's most revered rulers. Written in Greek, this work is not a formal treatise but rather a series of personal reflections and philosophical musings. It embodies Stoicism, a philosophy that advocates resilience and virtue, emphasizing the importance of rationality and self-discipline in the face of life's challenges. Each entry is a glimpse into Marcus's continual struggle with the moral and ethical dilemmas of leadership, offering profound insights that transcend time, as his thoughts reveal a tapestry of insights on duty, humility, and the nature of human existence within the broader cosmos of interconnection and fate. Marcus Aurelius, a Stoic philosopher, ruled as Emperor from 161 to 180 AD and is often regarded as the last of the