The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: Modern Translation

“Profound and meaningful for anyone who seeks a life of purpose”

This numismatic edition of Andrew Weston's modern translation is richly annotated with living historical context to enhance your experience of the ancient philosophy text. The deeply personal thoughts in Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations reach out across the ages, resounding with truth and meaning…. an antidote to chaos now, as it was then. You will gain valuable insight into ancient Greek and Roman philosophy through the eyes and contemplations of one man, who ruled an empire, and sought to do so wisely.

Marcus Aurelius wrote the Meditations between 170 to 180 AD and introduce us to the dauntless struggle of a philosopher king in some of the darkest days of his life defending the epicenter of Western Civilization. His reflections on life, and what it takes to be a good man, have inspired people from all walks of life since antiquity. The timeless wisdom of stoic philosophy, born in the ancient civilizations of our past, continues to re-emerge as an invaluable guide to build unshakable resolve and resilience in the face of fate.

By coming to know Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations, you will reach across time to connect with your classical historical legacy, share in the thoughts of a man who remained resolute and steadfast in pursuit of the stoic’s commitment to truth, temperance and justice, and acquaint yourself with what it takes to cultivate courage and a stoic mindset. Do yourself a good deed … connect to your civilizational heritage and soothe and strengthen your soul with stoic philosophy that has endured through the ages.

“It’s as if we were meant to follow the threads of old stories so embedded in our collective mythology and history as to be inscribed in our very genes.” - Andrew Weston.