@@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❤️❤️
@@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.
@@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
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.
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?
One of the biggest fails of Millennials and Gen Z is the compulsive habit of judging history by today's rules, standards and norms. Marcus Aurelias lived in a time of empires and conquest, and he didn't rise to his position by treachery and deceit. While other Emperors abused their position of power, committed mass murder, sexually exploited both males and females, Marcus Aurelias wanted to be better, and do better for himself and for Rome. He was an Emperor, and in the Ancient world conquest and expansion were normal for the times. Meditations is a testament to the world that although he was a man of immense power and influence, he cared about his conduct and his thoughts. He pondered and reflected on his strengths and weaknesses and tried to better himself every day. Rome assimilated other cultures into their society, they did not try to destroy identities. What would have happened if Marcus Aurelias had pulled his forces back, handed territories back over to the largely nomadic tribes that occupied the Empire? Those tribes and cultures would, as the Goths, Visigoths, Huns, and others demonstrated, rise and attack Rome, and its empire. We cannot judge or in any way condemn people of the past based on what we consider evil and morally wrong today. Even the Greeks, the inspiration for what we call Democracy weren't all Stoicism and peace. How do you think history will judge us 1000 or 2000 years from now, provided humanity survives that long without killing ourselves? Emperor Marcus Aurelias wasn't perfect. If he was, he wouldn't need to write his imperfections down for posterity. He was a man, a deep thinker, and a person who recognized the need for self-discipline, self-control, and a quiet mind.
I feel hopeful for our future. I will say, as a Gen-Z myself, very few hold the microphone and pretend their issues are all Gen-z issues. The people around me give me hope. A lot of us are stoics too. We love Marcus Aurelius, Augustus, Trajan. They have proven themselves men of value.
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!
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
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
@@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
"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.
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 ✌️
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!!
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 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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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?
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.
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 😂
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
This is a refreshing new and original video on MA. In an app filled with AI written and spoken videos with bodybuilders with Roman heads on them trying to piggyback on the #dailystoic success. This was awesome. Subscribed!❤
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!
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 😊
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
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.
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.
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.
@@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
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
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.
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.
"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
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.
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.
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.
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. ^_^ 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
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 🙂
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.
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!
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.
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.
Great video. To be fair to Aurelius, Commodus was his only male heir to out live him so he was probably moulding one or more of his other sons to take his place, but then they died. I guess it is what it is. 😂 Again, great video!!
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.
Oh you actually did it. Thanks for doing my request. I'll be sure to watch three times so you get good watch time. Cheers from NZ Edit: 1st viewing: somehow bro came from peace and didn't abuse it (like others would) 2nd viewing: rip Cassius 😢 3rd viewing: it is what it is!
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.
I’ve been binge watching your videos and when I saw the title of this video in my notifications I said “Marcus Aurelius” out loud, the way you pronounce it. ✌️
A great man MA was, he lives eternal as an example of greatness, this is what meditation does, good stuff, plus maybe I'll try to look up his book meditations that I've heard of for a long time.
Is it weird that this video generally had me getting teary!! I'm a working class Welsh bloodied Brummie! Now I need to read up more on Marcus Aurelius apparently!! (Lads Videos are becoming my night share bed time stories by now)
As a historian myself, I have to say this. you are becoming one of the best storytellers of the modern era! Keep it up
damn. that's really high praise 🥹 thank you so much
@@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❤️❤️
It is what it is.
@@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.
@@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
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.
that's a very beautiful comment that makes me think. thank you for adding that
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?
@@billymahmoud8322Seek help.
What are you talking about? Dude is badass.
@@billymahmoud8322envy, not jealousy
One of the biggest fails of Millennials and Gen Z is the compulsive habit of judging history by today's rules, standards and norms. Marcus Aurelias lived in a time of empires and conquest, and he didn't rise to his position by treachery and deceit. While other Emperors abused their position of power, committed mass murder, sexually exploited both males and females, Marcus Aurelias wanted to be better, and do better for himself and for Rome. He was an Emperor, and in the Ancient world conquest and expansion were normal for the times.
Meditations is a testament to the world that although he was a man of immense power and influence, he cared about his conduct and his thoughts. He pondered and reflected on his strengths and weaknesses and tried to better himself every day. Rome assimilated other cultures into their society, they did not try to destroy identities. What would have happened if Marcus Aurelias had pulled his forces back, handed territories back over to the largely nomadic tribes that occupied the Empire? Those tribes and cultures would, as the Goths, Visigoths, Huns, and others demonstrated, rise and attack Rome, and its empire.
We cannot judge or in any way condemn people of the past based on what we consider evil and morally wrong today. Even the Greeks, the inspiration for what we call Democracy weren't all Stoicism and peace. How do you think history will judge us 1000 or 2000 years from now, provided humanity survives that long without killing ourselves?
Emperor Marcus Aurelias wasn't perfect. If he was, he wouldn't need to write his imperfections down for posterity. He was a man, a deep thinker, and a person who recognized the need for self-discipline, self-control, and a quiet mind.
I feel hopeful for our future.
I will say, as a Gen-Z myself, very few hold the microphone and pretend their issues are all Gen-z issues.
The people around me give me hope. A lot of us are stoics too.
We love Marcus Aurelius, Augustus, Trajan. They have proven themselves men of value.
Accurate reply to this video!!!!!
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!
Did you comment this exact comment on reddit a year ago?
"IRIZZ WARI RIZZ."
- Marcus Aurelius💪🗿📚
what that means??
@@bjzarro it means
*“IRIZZ WARI RIZZ”*
@@bjzarro
The the meaning of it is , what it is
@@bjzarro btw.
just activate subtitles to get the answer for your question😉
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
It is pretty dope
I’ve only known about it for like a month I wanna say? Maybe 2 but same here! 🙌 it’s good 👏👏👏
Hear hear. It very quickly became my favorite history channel.
thanks Benji, and thanks to all the other comments 🥹 thank you all for the support
You know, Aurelius is the only Roman emperor i’d bend the knee to as a non-Roman. It is what it is
it is what it is.
I would definitely bend a knee to and say: Praise Marcus! Praise the Emperor!
Not only do you have a good voice, but you have a clear passion for history and a great sense of humor. Underrated channel.
thank you 🥹
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
thank you Mac 🥹
@@Briefed_Mythology you are most very welcome!!! The hard work you’re putting in is not going unnoticed. Keep up the great work man
I know right?!?! I have always disliked history but this guy is so good!
@@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
"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.
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 ✌️
Well... no. Theyr don't show their feeling openly. But can still act on them
You have a great point, but you know it is what it is
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.
Also the irony of using the most emotional, least productive group of people on the planet for the clip.
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!!
What? That's clearly AI. He shouldn't be selling them
Yhhh looked Ai to me too
It is AI, he says so in the description. He says that he spends 10 hours on that before making each video though
Chefs kiss EVERYTIME! The art, the writing, the delivery, AMAZING!!
The picture of the skull in the sky during the epidemic section was straight 🔥
right? I love that picture too actually.
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.
I never thought about it that way, but now that you mentioned it... it makes m think actually
@@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.
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.
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
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.
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
@@jeremyhull3177so great he picked his son as a successor who everybody knew would be a disaster
@@SK-kh2rs he was still a politician
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.
thank you, thank you 🥹
So many recent history videos are AI voice over that yours are a joy to listen to .
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 💯🌍
thank you, thank you. that's really high praise 🥹
Marcus the Un-Cancellable
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
My man REALLY struggled with this one trying to make Marcus Aurelius seem even slightly controversial
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.
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?
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.
One of his biggest criticisms is how he dealt with with Christianity. I'm not a Christian, but I totally understand the critique.
@@randyw4016 sounds like somebody doesn't want their favorite historical figure being critiqued
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 😂
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
This is a refreshing new and original video on MA. In an app filled with AI written and spoken videos with bodybuilders with Roman heads on them trying to piggyback on the #dailystoic success. This was awesome. Subscribed!❤
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!
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 😊
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
Cap
@@GGrant3 ok loser
@@GGrant3 Marcus saved Rome, what you did, busted into sock?
@@Roeper437you are projecting
@@Roeper437you also probably visualized that, weirdo.
this video made me weep, one of the best tributes to aurelius, may many more people come across meditations through this video.
Marcus was a genius a man beyond his time in my opinion bro
Truly a Man of Virtue beyond his time, Praise Marcus!
@nattyfatty6.0 you better off being skinny then cause you ain't natural 😉
lol okay dude
@nattyfatty6.0 bitter loser spotted
@nattyfatty6.0 Marcus is one of the best men in history. It is what it is..
This is the one I was looking forward to so much. My man another superb video. Team you get me bruv
thanks bruv
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.
the next roman Saturday video will actually be on commodus 🫡
Thank you for all you do. I literally look forward to your uploads every week. You are such a good story teller
thank you, thank you 🥹
I sleep on the floor too… haven’t had a back problem since. True story! It is what it is🤔
damn. I guess it really is what it is.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
It also "Ain't what it Ain't"
Bend over and kiss your taint....none walks the earth called a Saint
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.
I'm reading meditations now - which book/verse is this? I love this
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.
@@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
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
I play your videos on loop they’re so comforting, thank you for making awesome, meticulously researched and visually beautiful content
thank you for watching 🥹
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.
Bro I found this channel three days ago and now I can't stop
Best one yet! You’ve given history a new face and voice!
A profound assessment!
I APPRECIATE YOUR WORK MORE THAN I COULD EVER EXPRESS.
Thank you.
thank you for those kind words David
Thank you for another amazing video. Marcus Aurelius truly was one of the best if not the best Roman emperors.
OMg I just found this channel! PHENOMENAL WORK!!
glad to have you on board 🫡
This is my favorite video in at least a month. Great job.
thank you 🥹
We all can tell that you really like what you do, great channel!
thank you, even though if your username checks out, you'll never read this
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.
The art you use in the video is amazing please don’t stop using it.
thank you 😊 don't worry, I'm planning to keep using it haha
If this channel doesn't end up getting a million+ subs imma be mad!
Came for the stoicism. Stayed for the humor. I'm so glad this showed up in recommendations for me 😊
Great story teller! I enjoyed your perspective of stoicism. Some how we have to merge it with Epicureanism to achieve balance!
Nice to take a nap while listening to the storytelling, good timing
This is the most refreshing a story like this has ever been. Stoicism is often dry.
Meditations is one of the truly most beautiful books ever made. It is a boon that should be treasured forever truly.
"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
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.
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.
The dog in stoic repose on the sofa in the background is a fitting touch.
the OG stoic
Marcus’s meditations is probably one of the greatest gifts to humanity. It has changed me for the better.
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.
It is what it is. What a great video.
Augustus was pretty good. Lesson 1, it's BC/AD
Another great video, brotha. Looking forward to next week's video. Until then, it is what it is.
it is what it is.
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. ^_^
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THE GOAT
always with the bars brotha love it.
My favourite channel, hands down
thank you 🥹
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 🙂
Marcus Aurelius! Been waiting for this for quite some time❤❤❤
Amazing video bro.... Absolutely loved the sarcasm. keep em coming!
thank you bro 🫡
What an amazing voice. I could watch this utuber read the dictionary. Great video as well
new idea for a video unlocked
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.
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!
Never been more shocked to learn that the Roman Empire was, in fact, the Roman Empire
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.
I was getting that itch yesterday I’m happy you posted today right on bro. 😂
I hope you do one for Restitutor Orbis Aurelian. One of the biggest what ifs of the Roman Empire
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
So stoked you did Marcus. I read meditations regurly and currently writing my own Meditations form my kids.
Now do Batman
the fact that you're writing a version of meditations for your kids is amazing.
Yes Batman
Love the title. It’s controversial and likely to go viral. This is a valid question.
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.
Been following you since you only posted vids about mythology in anime till now, and damn you're good bruv. You never disappoint 🙌
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.
Great video. To be fair to Aurelius, Commodus was his only male heir to out live him so he was probably moulding one or more of his other sons to take his place, but then they died. I guess it is what it is. 😂 Again, great video!!
Be that it may. Meditations is a good read. “It is what it is…and love it.” Amor Fati
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.
I really hope to see a video solely dedicated to colosseum events from you!! All in all though great work !!
This guy is one hell of a story teller
These pictures are absolutely gorgeous
I look 4ward to your videos every week,its better than the BBC by far 😂😂
Marcus reminds me of one of my favorite managers 😂. Again another great video!
‘a full game of basketball with substitutions’😂
Marcus was truly one of the great human beings to have existed. If not the greatest. He was disciplined, and honorable.
fully agreed
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.
Oh you actually did it. Thanks for doing my request. I'll be sure to watch three times so you get good watch time.
Cheers from NZ
Edit:
1st viewing: somehow bro came from peace and didn't abuse it (like others would)
2nd viewing: rip Cassius 😢
3rd viewing: it is what it is!
thanks 😊🫡
Thank you for another fabulous video!
thank you for watching 🫡
I love this channel, I've been binge watching your videos since yesterday, someone help me...
" it is what it is" - Stoics circa circa 2020
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
Love your way of teaching us history :)
Caught that Drake reference, amazing
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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.
thanks bro 🥹🫡
I’ve been binge watching your videos and when I saw the title of this video in my notifications I said “Marcus Aurelius” out loud, the way you pronounce it. ✌️
hahaha I love that. comments like this always make me smile
You make the best content. You make ancient history easier to be relatable
A great man MA was, he lives eternal as an example of greatness, this is what meditation does, good stuff, plus maybe I'll try to look up his book meditations that I've heard of for a long time.
Is it weird that this video generally had me getting teary!! I'm a working class Welsh bloodied Brummie!
Now I need to read up more on Marcus Aurelius apparently!!
(Lads Videos are becoming my night share bed time stories by now)