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I'm fascinated by the reign of Marcus Aurelius and the Five Good Emperors period. The philosophical leadership and relative peace during this golden age of Rome really speaks to me. Plus, Marcus Aurelius wrote Meditations while campaigning on the frontier - what a chad.

Roman history is absolutely my passion! Rusticus had a profound influence on Marcus Aurelius's Meditations. As his teacher of Stoic philosophy, you can see Rusticus's emphasis on clear thinking and avoiding rhetorical flourishes throughout the text. Marcus specifically credits Rusticus for introducing him to Epictetus's works, which heavily shaped his philosophical outlook.

I find it fascinating how Rusticus helped shape Marcus into the "philosopher king" we know from history. The way Marcus writes about gratitude towards his teachers, especially in Book 1, really shows Rusticus's lasting impact on his character development.

While I love discussing other historical topics too, the Roman Empire holds a special place for me. The interplay between philosophy, politics, and daily life during that era is just endlessly fascinating.

How much influence do you see of Rusticus in Marcus’s meditations? Would you prefer another topic or is Roman history most interesting to you?