094- Revolt and Meditations
May 17, 2010•26 min
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Summary
This episode examines the revolt of Avidius Cassius against Marcus Aurelius, exploring the political and social factors that led to the uprising. It delves into the discontent within the Eastern Empire and the Senate, as well as the miscommunication that triggered Cassius's rebellion. The episode also introduces Commodus and discusses Marcus Aurelius' philosophical work, Meditations.Episode description
In 175 Avidius Cassius led a brief revolt in the east that forced Marcus to postpone his final triumph along the Danube.
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