His prosecution of Verres, who crucified a Roman citizen by the name of Publius Gavius. Crucifixion wasn't just nailing to a cross, it also involved seating the crucified astride a large horn-shaped peg, which was oriented vertically like a rhinoceros 🦏 horn.
You, sir, cannot imagine how much you've reignited my love for Roman history. As a black man, in recent years, I've grown fed up with all the dog-whistling and chauvinism present in the online community of Roman history lovers. It's so refreshing seeing someone actually care about the history and not the modern-day politics that surrounds it.
Never understood why Nazis feel they're connected in any way to Rome. Romans despised Germans, their clumsiness, their cowardice of attacking only with overwhelming numbers, and their backwardness. And Romans weren't racist, everyone could be Roman.
Actually Cicero never accused Sulla of anything , only stating that anyone with a number of slaves or freedmen are bound to have a dishonest one. He went after Sulla ‘s freedman chrysogonus . Cicero wasn’t crazy he knew he could never accuse the dictator but his Greek freedman was a different story.Cicero didn’t even insinuate Sulla was knowingly turning a blind eye to actions of his freedman.
Wow, what an incredible analysis of Cicero's life and impact on the late Roman Republic! This video dives deep into the intricacies of Cicero's role in history and his contributions as a prominent figure during the transition from the Republic to the Empire. Cicero's legacy truly stands out in a time that featured some of the most influential and noteworthy individuals in world history, including Caesar, Augustus, Cleopatra, and Pompey. The video eloquently captures how Cicero not only stood alongside these giants but also towered over them in some aspects. The focus on Cicero's surviving works and their diversity showcases the wealth of material that provides insight into his life and the era he lived in. It's fascinating to learn about how his speeches and literary output were highly regarded in his lifetime and continued to be revered by subsequent generations. The video also delves into Cicero's political strategies and opportunistic nature, highlighting his willingness to work with various factions to further his own interests. His daring move to challenge Sulla's dictatorship as a young and unknown man demonstrates his courage and determination to make a mark in Roman politics. The narration excellently emphasizes the significance of Cicero's defense of Sextus Roscius and the complex web of corruption, intrigue, and power struggles that surrounded the case. The portrayal of the Roman legal system and the challenges Cicero faced in defending his client is both informative and engaging. The video does a fantastic job of contextualizing Cicero's eloquence and oratorical skills, showcasing how he skillfully wove legal arguments with subtle criticisms and intricate reasoning to win over his audience. The speaker's appreciation for Cicero's mastery of persuasion is evident throughout. The narrative also brings attention to the tragic fate that befell Cicero as the Republic crumbled and the triumvirs rose to power. The way the video paints the picture of Cicero's ultimate demise and the absence of voices willing to challenge injustice is both poignant and thought-provoking. In conclusion, this video provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Cicero's life, impact, and the tumultuous era of the late Roman Republic. The narrator's insightful commentary, combined with the video's well-paced visuals, offers a captivating journey through history. If you're interested in Roman history, political intrigue, and the power of eloquence, this video is definitely worth watching.
“Laws are silent in war” -Cicero This quote was used to describe the Mexican American war in a book called the “war with Mexico reviewed “ by Abiel Livermore, and describes the contradictions of that unjust war between two Christian nations. There’s a lot of Greek and Roman references, about the decline of the Roman Empire, and of the lesser known history and facts of that war, which was considered the most unjust war ever recorded on the pages of history. Figured the Cicero references would be interesting to someone or the Roman references as well
I've read and re-read his letters to Atticus and Cicero's humanity - tremendously flawed at times - is so obvious. I like him, in the same way I like Churchill or Voltaire.
The way Cicero attacked Chrysogonus was also interesting. He didn't focus on how ruthless and dangerous Chrysogonus was, as this was an open secret and the reason why many jurors probably feared him. Instead, Cicero mocked his supposedly effeminate behaviour, thus easing said fears.
Thank you for this. In my understanding, at the time his name would have been pronounced Kikero, and Caesar pronounced like Kaiser. It’s weird to us now to say it like that, and it feels more natural to use the soft c sound. Why is that?
There was not as much of a societal pressure for equality before the law. It was expected that those at the top would be permitted a bit more leeway in how they handled their affairs.
Unfortunately we were pressed for time and had to skim over the finer details of his oration, here's a link if you want to give it a read: www.attalus.org/cicero/s_roscius.html
A well throughout speech is just that. A great amalgamation of letters formed into words that could possibly form sentences that perhaps moves people, ideally into some sort of action. This is the best possible outcome of a pure orator. However, military conquest with a loyal army with a bone to pick against a system that for decades marginalized the small land owning farming population as well as the urban plebeins who had power through the Trubuins that were grantors of their political power. A patron system of tens of thousands of disenfranchised soldiers and plebs urbana would inevitably rise on behalf of a national hero, who conquered enough land/people to guarantee prosperity for every man who followed him.
For a culture that abhorred Patricide, its interesting that the mythology their inherited is built on both the Titanarchy and the overthrown of the Titans by their children the Gods. It's a whole history of patricide!
Calling Cicero "a real yapper" is like calling the civil wars of the late republic "a messy disagreement". It's not exactly wrong, but it misses the mark by a fair amount.
imagine being so heavily immersed in your ideology that you refuse to listen to anyone that has different views than you, even when the topic is completely unrelated to any kind of politics
What is your favorite moment from the life of Cicero?
Has to be the Philippics!
Cataline conspiracy
His prosecution of Verres, who crucified a Roman citizen by the name of Publius Gavius. Crucifixion wasn't just nailing to a cross, it also involved seating the crucified astride a large horn-shaped peg, which was oriented vertically like a rhinoceros 🦏 horn.
the time he wrote a poem about his own consulship that was comically self aggrandizing
@@FOXNEWSDEATHCULT Almost everything he did was comically self-aggrandizing
You, sir, cannot imagine how much you've reignited my love for Roman history. As a black man, in recent years, I've grown fed up with all the dog-whistling and chauvinism present in the online community of Roman history lovers. It's so refreshing seeing someone actually care about the history and not the modern-day politics that surrounds it.
Historia Civilis is the best roman political history channel on TH-cam imo, I highly recommend
Hi! There are so few of us around 😅. Roman history feels radioactive these days. Channels like this are a gem
@@kingeddiam2543
Adrian Goldsworthy has a small channel as well that I enjoy.
Never understood why Nazis feel they're connected in any way to Rome. Romans despised Germans, their clumsiness, their cowardice of attacking only with overwhelming numbers, and their backwardness.
And Romans weren't racist, everyone could be Roman.
Don’t worry, the legacy of Rome will long outlast the flash in the pan that is toxic modern politics.
Actually Cicero never accused Sulla of anything , only stating that anyone with a number of slaves or freedmen are bound to have a dishonest one. He went after Sulla ‘s freedman chrysogonus . Cicero wasn’t crazy he knew he could never accuse the dictator but his Greek freedman was a different story.Cicero didn’t even insinuate Sulla was knowingly turning a blind eye to actions of his freedman.
Fun fact: Cicero was pronounced as “Kikero” by the Romans.
yep, and "Caesar" as "Kaisar"... literally where the German word "Kaiser" comes from
was that because he got KICKED OUT OF ROME, HAHA, ZING!!!
And it was "SUH-la" NOT "SOH-la"
Wow, what an incredible analysis of Cicero's life and impact on the late Roman Republic! This video dives deep into the intricacies of Cicero's role in history and his contributions as a prominent figure during the transition from the Republic to the Empire.
Cicero's legacy truly stands out in a time that featured some of the most influential and noteworthy individuals in world history, including Caesar, Augustus, Cleopatra, and Pompey. The video eloquently captures how Cicero not only stood alongside these giants but also towered over them in some aspects.
The focus on Cicero's surviving works and their diversity showcases the wealth of material that provides insight into his life and the era he lived in. It's fascinating to learn about how his speeches and literary output were highly regarded in his lifetime and continued to be revered by subsequent generations.
The video also delves into Cicero's political strategies and opportunistic nature, highlighting his willingness to work with various factions to further his own interests. His daring move to challenge Sulla's dictatorship as a young and unknown man demonstrates his courage and determination to make a mark in Roman politics.
The narration excellently emphasizes the significance of Cicero's defense of Sextus Roscius and the complex web of corruption, intrigue, and power struggles that surrounded the case. The portrayal of the Roman legal system and the challenges Cicero faced in defending his client is both informative and engaging.
The video does a fantastic job of contextualizing Cicero's eloquence and oratorical skills, showcasing how he skillfully wove legal arguments with subtle criticisms and intricate reasoning to win over his audience. The speaker's appreciation for Cicero's mastery of persuasion is evident throughout.
The narrative also brings attention to the tragic fate that befell Cicero as the Republic crumbled and the triumvirs rose to power. The way the video paints the picture of Cicero's ultimate demise and the absence of voices willing to challenge injustice is both poignant and thought-provoking.
In conclusion, this video provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Cicero's life, impact, and the tumultuous era of the late Roman Republic. The narrator's insightful commentary, combined with the video's well-paced visuals, offers a captivating journey through history. If you're interested in Roman history, political intrigue, and the power of eloquence, this video is definitely worth watching.
Glad you liked the video!
ChatGPT review? Really bubba?
Incredible story! Thanks for telling it! Always a fan of your channel
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Everyone should read Cicero’s “On the Good Life.” It contains more wisdom than any book I’ve ever read.
There’s so much to gain from reading him - just so long as you can avoid reading the original Latin
I loved him in HBOs ROME.
He seemed tempered unlike anyone else in the senate
Where can i find a copy
@@vanbeet5105a bookstore mate
Is it too late for Donald Trump to read "On the Good Life"? Yes, it probably is.
Idk how I’m just seeing this channel! Loving these vids
Thanks, glad you're enjoying them!
This video was so engaging and enjoyable. Thank you so much! Definitely earned a subscriber 🌟
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Great video, love the narrating style.
Thank you so much!
As Cicero said, "the life of the dead is set in the memory of the living" - and this video is a great epitaph for a very brave Roman.
I reckon the world could do with a few more men who aspire to be like Cicero.
Yes - so long as they aren't lawyers
@@tribunateSPQRwhat’s wrong with lawyers
If only modern lawyers were anything like Cicero
“Laws are silent in war”
-Cicero
This quote was used to describe the Mexican American war in a book called the “war with Mexico reviewed “ by Abiel Livermore, and describes the contradictions of that unjust war between two Christian nations. There’s a lot of Greek and Roman references, about the decline of the Roman Empire, and of the lesser known history and facts of that war, which was considered the most unjust war ever recorded on the pages of history. Figured the Cicero references would be interesting to someone or the Roman references as well
Clearly you’ve never heard of the lobster wars
I've read and re-read his letters to Atticus and Cicero's humanity - tremendously flawed at times - is so obvious. I like him, in the same way I like Churchill or Voltaire.
The obvious heartbreak over his daughter’s death is gut wrenching to read even 2000 years later
@@tribunateSPQRYes, I completely agree. You feel in such a timeless sense the depth of his grief over his loss of Tullia.
The way Cicero attacked Chrysogonus was also interesting. He didn't focus on how ruthless and dangerous Chrysogonus was, as this was an open secret and the reason why many jurors probably feared him. Instead, Cicero mocked his supposedly effeminate behaviour, thus easing said fears.
Thank you for this. In my understanding, at the time his name would have been pronounced Kikero, and Caesar pronounced like Kaiser. It’s weird to us now to say it like that, and it feels more natural to use the soft c sound. Why is that?
Because of centuries of sloppy, lazy ecclesiastical pronunciation.
There is a great retelling of the trial of Sextus Roscius with a twist in Steven Saylor's first Roma Sub Rosa book Roman Blood
Thats quite the muder mystery! Well maybe not so mysterious 😉
Granted that our facts on the case come from Cicero’s oration, but it’s still crazy that this was even brought to trial
Were they not very smart or did they not care about how blatant the corruption was?
There was not as much of a societal pressure for equality before the law. It was expected that those at the top would be permitted a bit more leeway in how they handled their affairs.
I feel like I missed something. The details of how he won the case was omitted it seems. Other than that, great video.
Unfortunately we were pressed for time and had to skim over the finer details of his oration, here's a link if you want to give it a read: www.attalus.org/cicero/s_roscius.html
@@tribunateSPQR thanks your reply. I'll be sure to read the full story in your link
1st new man as consul in 80 years? G. Marius first elected in 107, so 43 years earlier; I don't recall if there were any others in that 80 year period
Pro Roscio Amerino reminds me of a video essay. Longer than it needed to be yet captivating throughout
Good vid
Thank you!!
Gordianus found it all out
Roman Blood is a great book!
His best text is Pro Caelio in my opinion
unfortunately, the video does not really tell us the effects of this Ciceronian victory for the accused. what then happened?
Those poor animals 😢
Genial the comparison with the Capitol's dome...
A well throughout speech is just that. A great amalgamation of letters formed into words that could possibly form sentences that perhaps moves people, ideally into some sort of action. This is the best possible outcome of a pure orator. However, military conquest with a loyal army with a bone to pick against a system that for decades marginalized the small land owning farming population as well as the urban plebeins who had power through the Trubuins that were grantors of their political power. A patron system of tens of thousands of disenfranchised soldiers and plebs urbana would inevitably rise on behalf of a national hero, who conquered enough land/people to guarantee prosperity for every man who followed him.
For a culture that abhorred Patricide, its interesting that the mythology their inherited is built on both the Titanarchy and the overthrown of the Titans by their children the Gods. It's a whole history of patricide!
Ace Attorney Rome.
He literally bought the witnesses
This video had to be made by Historia Civilis’s guy.
he wont join them so they walk 2his adobe killed him with a club/?
Pompeys funny looking dont you think?
Cicero - Rome's fake news
Was Cicero the first new man to reach the consulship in 80 years? I thought Marius was Novus Homo.
More certain=BAD ENGLISH
Cicero was a real yapper, but Julius Caesar achieved great things. Men of action are far more influential in history than men of words.
Calling Cicero "a real yapper" is like calling the civil wars of the late republic "a messy disagreement". It's not exactly wrong, but it misses the mark by a fair amount.
Clicked on it.
Remembered this creator’s leftist rhetoric.
Moving on.
imagine being so heavily immersed in your ideology that you refuse to listen to anyone that has different views than you, even when the topic is completely unrelated to any kind of politics
@@uwu_smegTo think history can be viewed without the lens of ideology is foolish.