Roman Rulers

Marcus Aurelius

the Philosopher

Century2nd c. AD

DynastyNerva-Antonine

Reign19 years

OriginItalia

DeathNatural

ReligionPagan

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor of the Nerva-Antonine dynasty active in the 2nd c. AD originally from Italia. Held power for 19 years and died of natural causes.

Historical Note

Stoic philosopher-emperor who wrote the 'Meditations' as private notes, never intended for publication.

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