Finally An Honest Video On Marcus Aurelius | History Explained

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  • @harwn999
    @harwn999 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +712

    As a historian myself, I have to say this. you are becoming one of the best storytellers of the modern era! Keep it up

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +66

      damn. that's really high praise 🥹 thank you so much

    • @sincorazon9920
      @sincorazon9920 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      @@Briefed_Mythology Praise that is thoroughly deserved, I’ve put many hours into history myself and although it’s very broad and not too specific I learn so much things watching your channel you will be a legend❤️❤️

    • @surgeonsergio6839
      @surgeonsergio6839 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It is what it is.

    • @theflame5919
      @theflame5919 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ​@@Briefed_Mythology he isn't wrong, I'm a historian too.. u really are an incredible storyteller. Like... Wow. Thank you.
      Also, Marcus Aurelius, really despised the Christians, and actively butchered them across the Empire... So much for his commitment to the good.... He was, for all his excellence... A human, like the rest of us, and therefore, a hypocrite.

    • @harwn999
      @harwn999 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Briefed_Mythology you’re welcome bro! Your style is unique and makes people want to learn history. I’m more into African mythos (stories) but your style is great. Keep it up. I listen every time your videos flashes across my screen

  • @rayquaza1245
    @rayquaza1245 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +599

    I think Marcus Aurelius being a "hypocrite" is perhaps his most important lesson. At times he can seem like this perfect figure, who stands above all the negative qualities of man. The fact that he is flawed like the rest of us is important.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +80

      that's a very beautiful comment that makes me think. thank you for adding that

    • @billymahmoud8322
      @billymahmoud8322 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Terrible jealousy issues and intensely awful approach to dealing with jealousy. Especially for a long deceased person that can't threaten you. What am I reading?

    • @ian_strachs
      @ian_strachs 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@billymahmoud8322Seek help.

    • @TheSlorc
      @TheSlorc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      What are you talking about? Dude is badass.

    • @therealturets
      @therealturets 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@billymahmoud8322envy, not jealousy

  • @itsmeme8544
    @itsmeme8544 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +208

    Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. "As an Antonine, my home is Rome; as a human being, my home is the Cosmos." This mindset of his is light-years ahead of any politician's of today!

    • @FredrikSkievan
      @FredrikSkievan 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Did you comment this exact comment on reddit a year ago?

  • @vladtheimpaler7878
    @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    One of the things that I grasped while reading Mediation’s is how lonely he was. He had no equal, so he wrote to himself constantly. He wrote to encourage himself. Marcus Aurelius is one of the truly greatest people to have ever lived.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I never thought about it that way, but now that you mentioned it... it makes m think actually

    • @vladtheimpaler7878
      @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Briefed_Mythology he wrote to himself constantly to be a better version of himself. I think that’s the true beauty of Meditations. It’s a dude trying to do his best, trying not to get derailed. A dude who is just trying to survive when he’s the most powerful person in the world at the time. He’s trying to throw himself lifelines while dealing with an empire. We will never have this caliber of human being again.

    • @vladtheimpaler7878
      @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ever again. Marcus was truly one of the greats. I have to be honest and say that mediations helped me navigate a marriage. My wife cheated on me. Most people bow out, but I chose not to. I forgave her and offered kindness. She responded well. We are on our way to healing. Marcus helped me in those moments. I’m indebted to him.

  • @benjiboi6669
    @benjiboi6669 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +169

    This channel is honestly one of my favorites and I’ve only been watching for like 2 weeks I really hope you can make a career out of this because you’re videos make everything so interesting it’s great to see you making other people interested in history and mythology

    • @relllamar7654
      @relllamar7654 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      It is pretty dope

    • @jz1528
      @jz1528 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I’ve only known about it for like a month I wanna say? Maybe 2 but same here! 🙌 it’s good 👏👏👏

    • @williamsullivan3967
      @williamsullivan3967 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hear hear. It very quickly became my favorite history channel.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      thanks Benji, and thanks to all the other comments 🥹 thank you all for the support

  • @vitorhugopereiradasilva6043
    @vitorhugopereiradasilva6043 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +316

    "IRIZZ WARI RIZZ."
    - Marcus Aurelius💪🗿📚

    • @bjzarro
      @bjzarro 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      what that means??

    • @renebaeee
      @renebaeee 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@bjzarro it means
      *“IRIZZ WARI RIZZ”*

    • @incognitozorro5145
      @incognitozorro5145 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@bjzarro
      The the meaning of it is , what it is

    • @incognitozorro5145
      @incognitozorro5145 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bjzarro btw.
      just activate subtitles to get the answer for your question😉

  • @PartyNearTheDoorKBR
    @PartyNearTheDoorKBR 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    You know, Aurelius is the only Roman emperor i’d bend the knee to as a non-Roman. It is what it is

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      it is what it is.

    • @MarkEmperor
      @MarkEmperor 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I would definitely bend a knee to and say: Praise Marcus! Praise the Emperor!

  • @heli0mancer
    @heli0mancer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    Not only do you have a good voice, but you have a clear passion for history and a great sense of humor. Underrated channel.

  • @vladtheimpaler7878
    @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Marcus’s meditations is probably one of the greatest gifts to humanity. It has changed me for the better.

  • @mactheman4698
    @mactheman4698 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +97

    This channel is so young yet so fuckin good, the production quality is top notch and the way he conveys information in an interesting and funny format is great too

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thank you Mac 🥹

    • @mactheman4698
      @mactheman4698 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Briefed_Mythology you are most very welcome!!! The hard work you’re putting in is not going unnoticed. Keep up the great work man

    • @jjsmama401
      @jjsmama401 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know right?!?! I have always disliked history but this guy is so good!

    • @mactheman4698
      @mactheman4698 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jjsmama401 I’ve found I disliked history because it wasn’t portrayed in an intriguing format. Usually it’s unfunny boring documentaries or old outdated books. But Briefed really knows how to make it not only humorous but also interesting

  • @jamesforreal
    @jamesforreal 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +206

    "It is what it is" That statement is a grand misinterpretation of what stoicism is. Stoicism is the philosophy of action - prudent action. It's not some lackadaisical view of life. Acknowledging your true feelings and taking the appropriate action is a lifelong quest the good of all. Stoic is also a HUGE misinterpreted term - a modern term meaning to show no emotion. This is in stark contrast to a true Stoic, whose feelings are apparent but his or her actions still apply reason. Justice, Wisdom, Courage, Temperance are stoicism's true pillars. Thanks for the video.

    • @asurich2559
      @asurich2559 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      I think that the full interpretation should be "It is what it is. What will you do about it?" Things are exterally out of our control yet not outside of our influence from internal decisions. That's my two cents ✌️

    • @tomassmith1519
      @tomassmith1519 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well... no. Theyr don't show their feeling openly. But can still act on them

    • @tredegar4163
      @tredegar4163 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You have a great point, but you know it is what it is

    • @davidjames5517
      @davidjames5517 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Stoics see and accept reality. The phrase, 'it is what it is', captures this precisely. They also seek to live a good life in the face of reality.

    • @ph318
      @ph318 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Also the irony of using the most emotional, least productive group of people on the planet for the clip.

  • @abdullahrehan3357
    @abdullahrehan3357 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    I didn’t realize that you make all of the art until I went on your patreon. That’s some amazing work man keep it up sir you are doing wonderful things!!

    • @orakulooo
      @orakulooo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      What? That's clearly AI. He shouldn't be selling them

    • @KobinaAddo
      @KobinaAddo 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yhhh looked Ai to me too

    • @jojones4685
      @jojones4685 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is AI, he says so in the description. He says that he spends 10 hours on that before making each video though

  • @MsElisaSpenc
    @MsElisaSpenc 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Chefs kiss EVERYTIME! The art, the writing, the delivery, AMAZING!!

  • @MSHNKTRL
    @MSHNKTRL 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Marcus the Un-Cancellable

  • @kidsyx
    @kidsyx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +102

    Marcus being a hypocrite was truly him coming full circle as a human. We're all morally hypocrities. Its impossible to hold up to the standards we set for others

    • @GGrant3
      @GGrant3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Cap

    • @Roeper437
      @Roeper437 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GGrant3 ok loser

    • @Roeper437
      @Roeper437 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      @@GGrant3 Marcus saved Rome, what you did, busted into sock?

    • @GGrant3
      @GGrant3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Roeper437you are projecting

    • @GGrant3
      @GGrant3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Roeper437you also probably visualized that, weirdo.

  • @NicoChamaquito
    @NicoChamaquito 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    this man's channel needs more subscribers because not only am I learning or refreshing my mind but I actively enjoy it as if I am watching a good show. Keep it up, man! Criminal how little subscribers you have for the quality of your content.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      thank you, thank you 🥹

    • @Sunluvr1
      @Sunluvr1 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So many recent history videos are AI voice over that yours are a joy to listen to .

  • @realestalex2728
    @realestalex2728 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +87

    My man REALLY struggled with this one trying to make Marcus Aurelius seem even slightly controversial

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

      bro I struggled hard. I mean, I think it's easy to say warfare is controversial and simply not good, so on that front it's easy. but, different times and plus he was doing it for his people. but that being said... can't claim you're alive to help and then kill people that are different... tough one.

    • @randyw4016
      @randyw4016 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He killed them because they invaded his country. The germanic tribes raped, murdered, and enslaved people as well. If you were in charge of a country, are you telling me that you wouldn't do everything to protect your people?

    • @randyw4016
      @randyw4016 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      Your logic is extremely flawed. I don't understand why so many people are jumping on this "hypocrite" bandwagon. None of you have ever been in charge of thousands of peoples lives. You have no clue how challenging it is to shoulder such a burden.

    • @AQS521
      @AQS521 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      One of his biggest criticisms is how he dealt with with Christianity. I'm not a Christian, but I totally understand the critique.

    • @JOHN18042
      @JOHN18042 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      ​@@randyw4016 sounds like somebody doesn't want their favorite historical figure being critiqued

  • @GenghisKaz
    @GenghisKaz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    I think the best part about Marcus Aurelius is that he knew he was flawed but still strived to be good. His Book Meditations was never meant to be published, it was a personal notebook of his thoughts and observations about life. He wrote it to remind himself of those things and to try continuing to better himself.

    • @Zuke-d1h
      @Zuke-d1h 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s what being a good person really is no one is perfect but we can be good honestly he’s probably the best politician ever

    • @SK-kh2rs
      @SK-kh2rs 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Zuke-d1hso great he picked his son as a successor who everybody knew would be a disaster

    • @Zuke-d1h
      @Zuke-d1h 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SK-kh2rs he was still a politician

  • @GeoGonzalez-xg5df
    @GeoGonzalez-xg5df 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    I’m not disappointed by the lack of drama with Marcus.. it’s comforting to know that some dictators that might have a good heart.. even if it is what it is

  • @comegetzome
    @comegetzome 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    In fairness, Marcus Aurelius does write about this hypocritical stance in Meditations. I’ll paraphrase it: the gods have put you on watch, stay where you are until your relief comes; you may not have asked for this, but if you leave now, someone worse may come along and tarnish the progress you can bring.
    The saddest part of Marcus Aurelius’s life is the fact that his son probably saw very little of him because he was fighting the barbarians to the north until he passed away. I would think Marcus would have been grooming someone to take the throne after his passings.

    • @jacobbayani
      @jacobbayani 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm reading meditations now - which book/verse is this? I love this

    • @robertschiller5422
      @robertschiller5422 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      as a father myself: even with best intentions and effort, you have no control of outcome over your child. their thoughts and decisions are their business, not mine. yes you can influence but not control.
      to my understanding, his son was the only son alive to do the job. not his preferred choice but there has not been a choice really.

    • @adi5877
      @adi5877 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@robertschiller5422 wrong, a child can be groomed early, proper guiding and making them understand the difference between vice and virtues can add a lot to their critical minds which gets moulded as per their upbringing, again Marcus' Journal is not the right book to look for parenting but moreover self resilience and practicing virtues, as the main comment mentioned that he was probably away from his kid to have mentored him in a better way

    • @brucesmith8285
      @brucesmith8285 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The same happened with David's kids, samuel's and eli the priest. Sadley offsprigmng don't repeat the same virtues or vices as their parents. This is both good and bad. Iykyk

  • @emperoraurelian9922
    @emperoraurelian9922 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I have been reading meditations once every year or so for years and honestly it's such a good read. Another great video from briefed as well. Keep then coming

  • @rockyman88
    @rockyman88 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    This is the one I was looking forward to so much. My man another superb video. Team you get me bruv

  • @mightyravino7069
    @mightyravino7069 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    The picture of the skull in the sky during the epidemic section was straight 🔥

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      right? I love that picture too actually.

  • @dboots123
    @dboots123 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Just a man who thinks about the Roman Empire weekly (and a proud stoic): what an amazing video. I have read so much about Marcus, but this video is really complete and thorough. A like and subscription very Well earned

  • @biggsybiggs6266
    @biggsybiggs6266 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Seriously now I’ve caught up to your upload schedule, you’re videos are one of the best parts of my week 👏🏾❤️ love the content 💯🌍

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      thank you, thank you. that's really high praise 🥹

  • @Yarblocosifilitico
    @Yarblocosifilitico 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +54

    "An infected mind is a far more dangerous pestilence than any plague. One only threatens your life; the other destroys your character."
    gigachad Aurelius predicted the lockdowns

    • @MarkEmperor
      @MarkEmperor 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It is no coincidence that I was slowly getting interested and got highly interested of the Emperor’s Wisdom during and after the Pandemic. Because of that, that lead me to creating a veneration to the Emperor’s Wisdom known as Marcureanism.

  • @ramonmurray_
    @ramonmurray_ 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you for all you do. I literally look forward to your uploads every week. You are such a good story teller

  • @jl696
    @jl696 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    You have a lively and entertaining narration-style. I enjoy your videos very much. Your videos are also historically accurate based on my own well-read but somewhat imperfect understanding of the topics you cover. I like your sense of humor and your often-expressed caution that our view of history is only as good as the existing sources and the biases of said sources. Bravo! Great job!

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thank you, thank you 🥹 I always appreciate comments like this, because it shows me that my great care with which I approach each topic is appreciated 🥹 thanks 😊

  • @gypsykingboxingstyle2055
    @gypsykingboxingstyle2055 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    Marcus was a genius a man beyond his time in my opinion bro

    • @MarkEmperor
      @MarkEmperor 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Truly a Man of Virtue beyond his time, Praise Marcus!

    • @gypsykingboxingstyle2055
      @gypsykingboxingstyle2055 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @nattyfatty6.0 you better off being skinny then cause you ain't natural 😉

    • @KLucero22
      @KLucero22 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      lol okay dude

    • @Roeper437
      @Roeper437 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @nattyfatty6.0 bitter loser spotted

    • @ceasar8679
      @ceasar8679 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@nattyfatty6.0 Marcus is one of the best men in history. It is what it is..

  • @MrNobody-sb9hy
    @MrNobody-sb9hy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I have been watching your videos for some time now, and I just wanted to say that they all are absolutely spectacular. Art, music, choice of topics, and most of all the storytelling. I really hope that your channel will blow up.

  • @EDCMECH
    @EDCMECH 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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  • @actualfactualnoodle
    @actualfactualnoodle 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    You should really do a video on Commodus next.
    I discovered your channel just a couple days ago and i already listened to almost all your videos while at work, you have a great voice.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      the next roman Saturday video will actually be on commodus 🫡

  • @siddhantsunsunwal2235
    @siddhantsunsunwal2235 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    this video made me weep, one of the best tributes to aurelius, may many more people come across meditations through this video.

  • @kingmj87
    @kingmj87 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Never been more shocked to learn that the Roman Empire was, in fact, the Roman Empire

  • @blueangelx22
    @blueangelx22 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I play your videos on loop they’re so comforting, thank you for making awesome, meticulously researched and visually beautiful content

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    @willowhero 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I am so thankful for all these history and philosophy yt channel because now everyone has access to information and not just pieces of trivia they can throw in other people's faces to make a fool of themselves; most people don't even know what stoicism is but make word salad about it 😂

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    @zechariahsmith1764 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is my favorite video in at least a month. Great job.

  • @NeverCheckBackOnComments
    @NeverCheckBackOnComments 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    We all can tell that you really like what you do, great channel!

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      thank you, even though if your username checks out, you'll never read this

  • @OdariArt
    @OdariArt 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Another great video, brotha. Looking forward to next week's video. Until then, it is what it is.

  • @YourLastGreatkNight
    @YourLastGreatkNight 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best one yet! You’ve given history a new face and voice!

  • @LeRoySlim
    @LeRoySlim 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    A profound assessment!
    I APPRECIATE YOUR WORK MORE THAN I COULD EVER EXPRESS.
    Thank you.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thank you for those kind words David

  • @DocSunshine
    @DocSunshine 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    No human man has ever truly been 100% good or perfect. Marcus failed himself, his people, and his own philosophy. Which is not bad, because it’s inevitable for every man. His failure was simple. He became *too* self involved in his philosophy within himself he neglected to properly raise his son to take his place for the people of Rome. The way your own child turns out is MOSTLY on your parenting, as well as outside influences. However, it always starts at home.
    He was one of the greatest men who ever lived, but that doesn’t mean he was perfect.

  • @karomalnasar4677
    @karomalnasar4677 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Amazing man love love your video's man please keep going all love and also my first comment on you tube love the video's brother

  • @yung_samurai6461
    @yung_samurai6461 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bro I found this channel three days ago and now I can't stop

  • @sbjrcourses7961
    @sbjrcourses7961 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMg I just found this channel! PHENOMENAL WORK!!

  • @romuluswolf22
    @romuluswolf22 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just found my new favorite channel! Thanks!!

  • @t.andrewhanes872
    @t.andrewhanes872 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    I sleep on the floor too… haven’t had a back problem since. True story! It is what it is🤔

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      damn. I guess it really is what it is.

    • @JamilaJibril-e8h
      @JamilaJibril-e8h 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @AtreyuHuxley
      @AtreyuHuxley 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It also "Ain't what it Ain't"
      Bend over and kiss your taint....none walks the earth called a Saint

  • @davidnaylor2831
    @davidnaylor2831 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    ‘a full game of basketball with substitutions’😂

  • @maxia4584
    @maxia4584 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The art you use in the video is amazing please don’t stop using it.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thank you 😊 don't worry, I'm planning to keep using it haha

  • @LaB567
    @LaB567 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for another amazing video. Marcus Aurelius truly was one of the best if not the best Roman emperors.

  • @youngswooz
    @youngswooz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nice to take a nap while listening to the storytelling, good timing

  • @counterspellgoon6854
    @counterspellgoon6854 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    THE GOAT
    always with the bars brotha love it.

  • @thomas0086
    @thomas0086 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It is often us who are so flawed, contradictory and or broken that we seek such wisdom, in effort to understand ourselves and theorize on purpose, reason, realities and ways to cope with humanity.
    There’s no doubt in my mind he struggled.

  • @mrdrfez
    @mrdrfez 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Marcus Aurelius is a classic example of how one can be great but overrated at the same time!
    He personally went on campaign to turn the tide in frontier wars that were initially going badly for Rome.
    But he became consumed by war and only spent minimal time in Rome during the last decade of his reign... creating a toxic political environment in the capital (factionalism, sibling jealousy, attempted usurpations, etc.) that sabotaged Commodus's ability to work with the Senate and elite power-brokers before Commodus's reign even began.
    Most of Commodus's developmental years were spent on campaign with his father. He hardly ever witnessed his father in the capital working on civil administration or dealing with elite senatorial families. Even with the best education at the time, this is not a recipe for grooming a successful Roman Emperor.

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      great addition to the video. thanks for that comment.

  • @augustinepetersen
    @augustinepetersen 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Marcus Aurelius! Been waiting for this for quite some time❤❤❤

  • @jonfernandez8027
    @jonfernandez8027 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    aaaand that's yet again another great video in the books.
    Even with a story lacking drama, it was thoroughly enjoyed - and that my peeps is how you find an epic storyteller. ^_^
    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @vladtheimpaler7878
    @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Meditations is one of the truly most beautiful books ever made. It is a boon that should be treasured forever truly.

  • @BigBoyJay_69
    @BigBoyJay_69 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Dude. This video is so hilarious, yet at the same time incredibly informative. This is such a unique storytelling style I haven't seen on TH-cam. Keep it up.

  • @rbruce63
    @rbruce63 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great story teller! I enjoyed your perspective of stoicism. Some how we have to merge it with Epicureanism to achieve balance!

  • @alphaknight4067
    @alphaknight4067 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    If this channel doesn't end up getting a million+ subs imma be mad!

  • @muzammilm.nurdin3349
    @muzammilm.nurdin3349 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Man so chill, even his dog absorbed his energy...

  • @metalbrute4795
    @metalbrute4795 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your videos are golden.. wow man
    with your sense of humor and meme use, the music, the voice! Just pure gold, you found your gold mine bro!
    I will be here for the 1mill sub!

  • @amanueltheodros
    @amanueltheodros 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing video bro.... Absolutely loved the sarcasm. keep em coming!

  • @FredrikSkievan
    @FredrikSkievan 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Augustus ran so that Marcus Aurelius could slowly jog at his own pace :)

  • @Besomebody72
    @Besomebody72 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I was getting that itch yesterday I’m happy you posted today right on bro. 😂

  • @vladtheimpaler7878
    @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I hope you can do a video of him being very lonely, but he was trying to do his best. He was a truly great human being. He even sacrificed as the most powerful person. He is truly a great human being that we have very later still.

  • @thethoughtfulpeanut6662
    @thethoughtfulpeanut6662 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The dog in stoic repose on the sofa in the background is a fitting touch.

  • @chrisegnatz3668
    @chrisegnatz3668 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am reading meditations currently.I had a teacher explain to me to live my life like I'm dead reading my obituary.Excellent video.

  • @ColorwithMee-ql5li
    @ColorwithMee-ql5li 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you for another fabulous video!

  • @Meenaia
    @Meenaia 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Came for the stoicism. Stayed for the humor. I'm so glad this showed up in recommendations for me 😊

  • @auriolhays4287
    @auriolhays4287 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My favourite channel, hands down

  • @Caesar_Kuma
    @Caesar_Kuma 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Brother love these videos. Thanks for posting. Keep it up. Been watching your videos for awhile and subscribed now! It's refreshing take on history. The way you tell it and add to it makes it a soft an enjoyable watch.

  • @MrBossgator
    @MrBossgator 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Marcus reminds me of one of my favorite managers 😂. Again another great video!

  • @MalachiGuarnieri
    @MalachiGuarnieri 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My first time coming across your work and falling in love with it! Looking forward to working through your precious uploads and following along in the future 🙂

  • @HisNameIsRobertPaulson01
    @HisNameIsRobertPaulson01 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    It is what it is. What a great video.

  • @Hhyyghíkttwwqwf
    @Hhyyghíkttwwqwf 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    1st time watching your video and I can't believe you've only got 67k subscribers. I can already see you having over 5m subscribers soon. Love your voice, your pace and your storytelling. Keep up your amazing work.

  • @kyleslifestyle8541
    @kyleslifestyle8541 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Congratulations. Me and all my co-workers are addicted to your channel now! :D

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      hahaha thanks Kyle - shoutout to all the coworkers 🫡

  • @bearonthewall7078
    @bearonthewall7078 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I hope you do one for Restitutor Orbis Aurelian. One of the biggest what ifs of the Roman Empire

  • @theyetti90
    @theyetti90 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the most refreshing a story like this has ever been. Stoicism is often dry.

  • @FieldDay-cj3tv
    @FieldDay-cj3tv 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What do you think of Lao Tzu?

  • @Ooaqkk
    @Ooaqkk 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can tell you are going to make it big, keep it up! ( I mean it the nicest way possible, you already "made it" just saying you will grow more and more with these type of contents because you truly have a skill, a talent! Have a good day🙌

  • @dmandipper9102
    @dmandipper9102 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really hope to see a video solely dedicated to colosseum events from you!! All in all though great work !!

  • @vladtheimpaler7878
    @vladtheimpaler7878 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Marcus was truly one of the great human beings to have existed. If not the greatest. He was disciplined, and honorable.

  • @Tacitus_BirchSaw
    @Tacitus_BirchSaw 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love this channel, I've been binge watching your videos since yesterday, someone help me...

  • @johnnytestyes4
    @johnnytestyes4 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Been following you since you only posted vids about mythology in anime till now, and damn you're good bruv. You never disappoint 🙌

  • @maraflores832
    @maraflores832 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow this is the video I never knew I needed lol perfectly told for my level

  • @ywaern
    @ywaern 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    " it is what it is" - Stoics circa circa 2020

  • @thelilbrans
    @thelilbrans 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another fabulous installment, thank you! 😊

  • @Cremify
    @Cremify 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I started watching since the alexander the great video and i havent stopped watching my man right here great story teller and and witty with the jokes

  • @MidSizedSusquatch
    @MidSizedSusquatch 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ohhh 😮... Wow... It Is What It Is... Brought a lot of peace to me...had no idea I was a closet Stoic😂

    • @MidSizedSusquatch
      @MidSizedSusquatch 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      & BTW... I am loving listening to you speak That guy's name.
      Raaawr

    • @Briefed_Mythology
      @Briefed_Mythology  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      rawr right back at you you midsizedsusquatch you

  • @Morlock1943
    @Morlock1943 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Marcus Aurelius did not expand the Roman Empire. He defended the territory. Without the empire you would have a constant warfare between 100s of tribes competing for power.

  • @maxia4584
    @maxia4584 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You should do a story on the emperor “Aurelian” who did so much in 5 years as Rome was almost at its complete collapse and did a huge comeback.

  • @dominickl48
    @dominickl48 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Subbed. Great vibes bruh. Thanks for the videos!!!

  • @Scotland_the_Brave1984_McCabe
    @Scotland_the_Brave1984_McCabe 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I look 4ward to your videos every week,its better than the BBC by far 😂😂

  • @iShinoby
    @iShinoby 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your way of teaching us history :)

  • @Clintmel8899
    @Clintmel8899 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the title. It’s controversial and likely to go viral. This is a valid question.

  • @MarcelPirosca
    @MarcelPirosca 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved it. I wonder if he had an alternative for succession, but he must've had. Why he left his son in charge after him it's still something that baffles me to this day.
    Also, damn it must've felt good to have a great emperor. Made you proud to be part of the empire.

  • @tgeh448
    @tgeh448 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What an amazing voice. I could watch this utuber read the dictionary. Great video as well

  • @Monkeyman3994
    @Monkeyman3994 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your work man, keep at it. It is what it is 😂❤❤❤

  • @alanbstard4
    @alanbstard4 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Augustus was pretty good. Lesson 1, it's BC/AD