PPT Slide
Ancient & Medieval Philosophy -- David L. Rouse
- Though Epictetus had been a slave, his influence was strong on Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Emperor of Rome.
- Marcus' uncle, Emperor Aurelius Antoninus, adopted him and gave him his daughter, Faustina, as a wife.
- Marcus took the throne in 161.
- His reign was marked by floods, fires, earthquakes invasions and rebellions.