English Conferences Of Ernest Renan

The book ""English Conferences of Ernest Renan: Rome and Christianity. Marcus Aurelius"" is a collection of lectures given by the French philosopher and historian Ernest Renan. The lectures cover two topics: the relationship between Rome and Christianity, and the life and philosophy of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius.In the first part of the book, Renan examines the complex and often conflicted relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity. He discusses the origins of Christianity, its spread throughout the Roman world, and the ways in which it challenged and ultimately transformed Roman society and culture. Renan also explores the role of Rome in shaping the development of Christianity, and the ways in which the two traditions influenced each other.In the second part of the book, Renan turns his attention to Marcus Aurelius, one of the most famous and influential Roman emperors. Renan provides a detailed biography of Aurelius, tracing his life from his upbringing in a noble Roman family to his ascension to the throne and his eventual death. Renan also examines Aurelius's philosophy, which is known for its emphasis on Stoicism and its focus on personal virtue and self-improvement.Throughout the book, Renan draws on his extensive knowledge of classical history and philosophy to provide a nuanced and insightful analysis of these two important topics. The lectures are written in clear and accessible language, making them suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Rome and Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.