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Meditations: A New Translation (Modern Library) Kindle Edition

by Marcus Aurelius (Author), Gregory Hays (Translator)
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  • File Size: 1441 KB
  • Print Length: 240 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0679642609
  • Publisher: Modern Library (May 14, 2002)
  • Publication Date: May 14, 2002
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B000FC1JAI
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe best way to do this is to read through the ...
By Aaron Feyd on April 30, 2015
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An extraordinary treatise on how to live written by a roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Originally a commonplace book for himself (written lessons he'd learned and read) as a way to remind himself on how to handle himself in various daily interactions with others, it has since become a touchstone for thousands if not millions of others on how to lead a life of virtue. Each passage is meaty, so take time to really read and think about what he is trying to share. The best way to do this is to read through the book once, and earmark things that stick out to you that seem personally significant. Then go back and really breakdown what is written and drink from those lessons deeply. A MUST for anyone interested in not only Stoic philosophy but living a more meaningful life.
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5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent !
By CascadeMike on November 10, 2014
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This is a collection of thought provoking and uplifting paragraphs and bullet points by one of Rome's greatest emperors. Each section provides perfect reading for a quiet moment. Each section can be reread profitably, and should be considered carefully. The ideas are simple, but profound.

I like this translation. It presents the work as a series of informal notes. The author seems to be writing reminders to himself, not preaching to the reader. That tone saves the work from being merely a self-righteous lecture.
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5.0 out of 5 starsLife Changing
By Amazon Customer on July 26, 2014
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I'm convinced, the wisdom I discovered in this book has indelibly changed my perspective on life, the things that happen to me, the way I'll interpret them, and what proper course of action I'll decide to take as a result. I had no idea this book would be such a profound experience for me. I'll be revisiting it regularly.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Practical Handbook to Living a Noble Life
By Daniel G. Taylor on September 25, 2015
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Unlike Seneca, Marcus Aurelius embodied the Stoic philosophy he taught.

Divided into 12 “books,” Meditations follows several themes. Each book is a list of thoughts on those topics, circling around them like a mosquito after blood.

Some of the main ones are:

● Face reality. Stop wasting time trying to force life to be something other than it is.

● Do the right thing. If something is the right thing to do, then it’s always the right thing to do, and it’s your duty to do it.

● Practice self-control. Curb your desires to be free of them and live rationally.

Stoic philosophy underpins today’s world, even if we don’t realize it.

Dr. Stephen R. Covey was a Stoic, and his The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change is a guide to living as a Stoic.

Ryan Holiday declares himself a Stoic. His book The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph teaches you how to live as a Stoic.

Where I see Stoicism having its biggest impact is in the lives of recovering addicts. Stoicism is the basis of 12-step programs.

Common to all 12-step programs is the Serenity Prayer. "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” The prayer is a paraphrase of another Stoic philosopher, Epictetus.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsWord of Caution
By Dan Millman on July 14, 2013
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I was quite enjoying Meditations on my new Kindle Paper White -- but then, at about 11% through, instead of moving one page forward, it jumped nearly to the end of the book. I found my way back to where I was, and after a few more pages, it jumped ahead again to 59%. This grew tiresome, to say the least. I tried resetting the Kindle; I deleted the book and re-uploaded. But it didn't help.

The folks at Amazon customer service were very kind and informative -- after some trouble-shooting, we determined that the problem wasn't with the Kindle device, but with this particular book. Last I heard, Amazon was going to remove this particular edition until they were able to make corrections.

So maybe it's fine now; but I thought I'd offer this caution in case it happens to anyone else. My solution was to get another edition, as much as I was enjoying this one...
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4.0 out of 5 starsLife Lessons
By Quique on November 21, 2014
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A much easier version to read. A lot of what Marcus Aurelius wrote applies to contemporary times and one can use his lessons in their daily lives. I bought the book for my iPad likely purchase a hardcopy to carry with me. Great life lessons.
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4.0 out of 5 starsGreat insight and inspiration.
By Jaydee Larson on November 8, 2015
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I have read this book at least 5 times through the past 3 years, and each time I find new inspiration, and I keep on adding highlights of important parts.

Without any intention of provoking any religion or religious people, I find that this book deserves a more prominent position than any of the holy books of world religions, which are in many instances quite intolerant - not to say cruel - to people believing in other Gods or practicing different ways of worship, whereas they were essentially supposed to provide inspiration on how to live in harmony with ourselves and our fellow citizens. If everyone practiced the ideas suggested by Marcus Aurelius, the world would be a better place. His key message is to be good and serve humanity.

I find that Marcus Aurelius would have been a strong contester among the various historical candidates of people who claim having got a devine call or enlightenment, leading them to impose others to follow their "ways" and ultimately becoming recognised "prophets" and founding fathers of established belief system and moral principles.

Although The Meditations were written about 2,000 years ago, the ideas in this book are still relevant and fresh. Readers with some knowledge of zen-Buddhism will see that the pursuit of mindfulness, simplicity, self-containment, positive change and inner as well as outer harmony are all presented in Aurelius' brilliant text.

Although Gregory Hayes' translation is often mentioned as the best, I still prefer the one from Penguin books' great ideas series. Hayes' version offers a text in modern English, but the text is so minimalistic that it often comes out as a compilation of brief notes and stray thoughts, whereas the Penguin version has complete and articulate sentences.Read more ›
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 starsThe translation is too simple, too plain.

TRANSLATION lacks depth and poetry. Of course, the mediations themselves and FABULOUS. They guide my life every day. They buck up a depressed person.

Published 2 months ago by Reilly Capps
5.0 out of 5 starsWise words from ancient times

Shows how little we have changed even though everything around us is dramatically different. Modern humans need to understand their foundations

Published 3 months ago by Claus Aasholm
4.0 out of 5 starsGood book - from dust to dust

Good book, interesting point of views, worth reading it gradually, no need to rush. Philosophical view of life, wide range of examples.. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Luiz A A Amendola
3.0 out of 5 starsInteresting Perspective

I found some great nuggets of wisdom in this book. I am a Christian so I read from that perspective and many things lined up with the Bible. What he calls nature I call God. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Chad Stutzman
5.0 out of 5 starsDistilled, very distilled wisdom

I am surprised of clarity of the book, Marcus directly says what he wants to say without bulls***ting or explaining complicated stories. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Deniz Akyildiz
4.0 out of 5 starsSo much to explore

I'm having a good time with it. The introduction is an important key to the reader's enjoyment.

Published 6 months ago by W. Robinson
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Excellent translation into current English.

Published 9 months ago by ROBERT DELFRATE
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Good edition and translation, very accessible.

Published 10 months ago by ArM
3.0 out of 5 starsGood...especially if you're going through grief

Puts mortality in perspective. Given from one histories greatest leaders. A good introduction to stoicism and exercising discipline of thought and behavior.

Published 10 months ago by Ernesto Pallares
5.0 out of 5 starsRead it, then re-read it

I wish I had of read this book 30 years ago. But then again, I wouldnt have read it 30 years ago. Read this book, then re-read it, then read a passage everyday and let the messages... Read more

Published 13 months ago by Maurice Nistico

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