This time, Hadrian adopted Titus Aurelius Antoninus, the husband of Marcus’ aunt Faustina the Elder, on condition that Antoninus in turn adopt Marcus and the son of the late Lucius, also Lucius.

Early lessonsIn Meditations, Marcus Aurelius thanks his teacher Quintus Junius Rusticus for introducing him to the work of Stoic Epictetus, shown here in an illustration, who died around A.D. 135.

Marcus Aurelius apparently spent a lot of time pondering the meaning of life, which is presumably the reason so many young people nowadays are interested in him and his writings.

Marcus Aurelius understood that life is fraught with challenges and adversity, and that true strength lies in our ability to find serenity amidst the storm. In 2024, amid global crises and ...

Marcus Aurelius' quote is a timeless reminder of the power we hold within our minds. By cultivating quality thoughts, we can influence our happiness and overall life satisfaction.

As Antoninus began to age and ail, Marcus took over more of his responsibilities, so that he was already well worn in upon his accession to the imperial throne in 161.

Fragment of Marcus Aurelius' 'Meditations,' published in the 15th century, remain Image: Bistumsarchiv Trier (BATr) Abt. 95,1 Nr. 23 "He was extensively involved in court cases.

Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-king, faced crises while ruling the Roman Empire, as reflected in his personal "Meditations," now a bestseller. An upcoming exhibition in Trier explores Aurelius's ...