He was a member of the Nerva–Antonine dynasty, the last of the rulers later known as the Five Good Emperors and the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an age of relative peace, calm, and stability for …

Dec 20, 2025 · Marcus Aurelius, Roman emperor (161–180), best known for his Meditations on Stoic philosophy. He has symbolized for many generations in the West the Golden Age of the Roman …

Nov 9, 2009 · Known for his philosophical interests, Marcus Aurelius was one of the most respected emperors in Roman history. He was born into a wealthy and politically prominent family. Growing up, …

Marcus Aurelius (r. 161 to 180 CE) was a Roman emperor best known as the last of the Five Good Emperors of Rome (following Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, and Antoninus Pius) and as the author of the …

Marcus Aurelius, or Marcus Aurelius Antonius Augustus, called the Philosopher, was a Roman emperor from 161 to 180 AD. He was the leader of the ancient Roman Empire and his adoptive brother Lucius …

Nov 29, 2010 · Born in 121 CE and educated extensively in rhetoric and philosophy, Marcus Aurelius succeeded his adoptive father Antoninus Pius as Emperor of Rome in 161 CE and reigned until his …

The philosophy of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius can be found in a collection of personal writings known as the Meditations. These reflect the influence of Stoicism and, in particular, the philosophy of …

Jan 28, 2025 · During Marcus’ reign, the Antonine Plague may have killed as many as five million people. Marcus, who died in 180 CE, chose his son Commodus as his partner and successor. …

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor (121–180 CE) renowned for blending his role as a ruler with his Stoic philosophy. He is called a “Philosopher-King” for his dedication to personal virtue, governance …

Imperator Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus (April 26, 121 – March 17, 180) was emperor of Rome from 161 C.E. until his death in 180 C.E. He was notable among Roman emperors as devoted …