Marcus Tullius Cicero bol uznávaným rímskym filozofom, štátnikom, právnikom a politickým teoretikom. Je považovaný za jedného z najväčších rečníkov a štylistov starovekého Ríma. Jeho dielo sa vyznačuje bystrou mysľou a majstrovským jazykovým prejavom, čo z neho robí kľúčovú postavu pre pochopenie rímskej rétoriky a myslenia.
Stoické paradoxy napísal filozof Marcus Tullius Cicero pravdepodobne v prvej
polovici roka 46 pred n. l. Autor tu obhajuje šesť etických tvrdení, ktoré sú
na prvý pohľad v rozpore s bežným uvažovaním. Z hľadiska etického myslenia
stoikov sú však pravdivé. Ukazujú spôsob, ako sa dajú filozofické nyšlienky
preniesť do rečníckeho prejavu. Zároveň sa v nich Cicero púšťa do kritiky
dobových spoločenských pomerov. Prostredníctvom Stoických paradoxov tak
slovenskí čitatelia dostávajú možnosť poodhaliť autorov rečnícky, filozoficky
aj politický spôsob myslenia.
Von Marcus Tullius Cicero, einem der bedeutendsten lateinischen Prosaschriftsteller, sind außer den Reden, den rhetorischen und den philosophischen Schriften auch über 900 Briefe erhalten, die Ciceros Sekretär Tiro gesammelt und überliefert hat. Lange Zeit vermisst, wurden sie im 14. Jahrhundert von dem italienischen Humanisten Francesco Petrarca wieder entdeckt. Dieses Briefcorpus wurde in vier Schriften eingeteilt: Briefe an den Verleger Atticus in 16 Büchern, an den Bruder Quintus in 3 Büchern, an den Freund Brutus in 2 Büchern und an weitere nahe stehende Personen in 16 Büchern. Die Briefe weisen zwar dieselbe schöne Sprache auf wie Ciceros übrige Werke, doch zeigen sie, da es sich um echte Gebrauchsbriefe, nicht um geschönte Fassungen oder Kunstbriefe handelt, auch die menschliche, unvollkommene Seite des Staatsmannes, der als homo novus (politischer Aufsteiger, der nicht aus einer Senatorenfamilie stammte) alle römischen Staatsämter suo anno, d. h. sofort mit Erreichung des Mindestalters, ausübte. Dies gilt insbesondere für die Briefe aus dem Exil und die Briefe an seine Ehefrau Terentia und die gemeinsamen Kinder, die in der vorliegenden Auswahl chronologisch und mit einer Einleitung sowie Erläuterungen zum Verständnis dargeboten werden.
Druhý díl dvousvazkového výboru z rozsáhlé korespondence významného římského státníka, řečníka a filozofa Marka Tullia Cicerona, mj. s Caesarem či M. Antoniem umožňuje poznat atmosféru a poměry římského státu na sklonku republiky (65-43 př. n. l.)
Dochovaná korespondence významného římského řečníka, politika, spisovatele, a v neposlední řadě vrcholného stylisty, Marka Tullia Cicerona (106–43 př. n. l. byla objevena italskými humanisty ve 14.–15. století. Obsahuje téměř 900 dopisů a coby „živá“ korespondence, neurčená primárně pro veřejnost má nesmírný historický význam. Cicero si dopisoval s množstvím předních římských osobností, které spolutvořily dějiny, příp. i kulturu posledních desetiletí římské republiky (Gneus Pompeius, Gaius Iulius Caesar či Marcus Antonius). Dopisy často velmi detailně prezentují jeho pohled na události a jednající osobnosti, živě (i humorně) vykreslují atmosféru doby, vyjadřují Ciceronovy úvahy a nálady a nabízejí zprávy o jeho rodinných poměrech i širokých kulturních zájmech. Tato korespondence je tak pro římské prostředí jedinečným zdrojem informací jak pro „velkou politiku“, tak pro drobné mezilidské vztahy. Právě díky ní je Ciceronova doba pro nás nejlépe známým obdobím celých starověkých dějin. První díl výboru obsahuje kolem 230 dopisů z let 65–50 př. n. l. (druhý obdobně rozsáhlý svazek zahrne dopisy z let 49–43 př. n. l. a vyjde pravděpodobně v roce 2020).
Z původního nesčíslného množství Ciceronových dopisů se v úplnosti dochovalo 864 listů, které jsou rozděleny podle adresátů do 4 sbírek: Listy přátelům, Listy Attikovi, Listy bratru Quintovi a Listy M. Brutovi. Znalec a zasvěcený interpret Ciceronova díla, doc. PhDr. Václav Marek, Csc z Filozofické fakulty Univerzity Karlovy, připravil pro Antickou knihovnu dvousvazkový výbor nejvýznamnějších a nejzajímavějších dopisů, které uspořádal v časovém sledu jejich vzniku. První svazek obsahuje listy z let 68 – 50 a zachycuje etapu Ciceronova politického a literárního zrání.... celý text
Předtuchy a výstrahy jsou doplněk díla O podstatě bohů. Jde o rozpravu mezi Cicerem a jeho bratrem Quintem o předvídání budoucnosti. Quintus v první části knihy obhajuje předvídání budoucnosti a v druhé části knihy Cicero jeho mínění vyvrací a dokazuje nemožnost a nepodstatnost veškerého předpovídání.
Soubor Caesarianae přináší tři pozoruhodné řeči, které Cicero přednesl před vítězem občanské války, samotným Gaiem Iuliem Caesarem, a ve kterých ho žádá o milost pro ty, kdo stáli – tak jako řečník sám – na straně poražených. Kniha je v českém a latinském jazyce.
První český překlad významného díla politické filosofie v zrcadlovém česko-latinském vydání. Cicero se v tomto dialogu inspirovaném Platónovou Politeiou zabývá vztahem politické teorie a praxe. V prvních dvou knihách podává výklad smíšeného zřízení, ve druhých dvou se zabývá významem spravedlnosti pro stát, v poslední, šesté knize nás seznamuje se Scipionovým snem. Přeložil J. Janoušek, poznámkami opatřili A. Havlíček a H. Dohnálková.
Das Buch ist Cicerons Reaktion auf Platons Dialog "Gesetze". Es ist ebenfalls als Dialog strukturiert und spielt in Ciceros Zeit, wobei die Handlung zwischen ihm, seinem Bruder Quintus und ihrem gemeinsamen Freund Titus Pomponius Atticus stattfindet. Sie diskutieren über die Rolle der Gesetze und wie diese gestaltet sein sollten. Das Werk ist in einem unvollendeten Fragment erhalten.
Ciceronovy řeči proti sicilskému proprétorovi, jímž byl Gaius Licinius Verres. Toho na žádost Sicilanů, proti nimž nestoudně zneužíval úřední moci, Cicero jako kvestor pohnal k soudu roku 70 př. Kristem.
Cato starší o stáří je filosofické pojednání o stáří ve formě dialogu, zabraného povětšině Catonem starším, jenž na žádost Gaia Laelia a Scipiona Aemiliana vykládá svůj pohled na lidské stáří.
Cato starší o stáří je filosofické pojednání o stáří ve formě dialogu, zabraného povětšině Catonem starším, jenž na žádost Gaia Laelia a Scipiona Aemiliana vykládá svůj pohled na lidské stáří.
Obsahuje: Platón, Xenofón, Cicero, Petronius, Seneca, Lúkiános. Svazek seznamuje s dalšími žánry starověkého písemnictví, s filozofickým a politicko-filozofickým dialogem a se satirou, satirickým románem, dialogem a dopisem.
Exploring the philosophy of Epicureanism, this collection features six essential works that delve into the pursuit of pleasure, the nature of the universe, and the contrast between Stoicism and Epicurean thought. Key texts include Epicurus's letters and doctrines, Cicero's examination of good and evil, Lucretius's insights on nature, and essays by Temple and Hicks that further illuminate Epicurean beliefs. Together, these writings provide a comprehensive understanding of Epicurean philosophy and its significance in the broader context of ancient thought.
Although Cicero’s oratory is well attested—of 106 known speeches, fifty-eight
survive intact or in large part—the sixteen speeches that survive only in
quotations by later authors nevertheless fill gaps in our knowledge of Rome’s
greatest orator. This edition includes all speeches with attested fragments,
together with testimonia.
This anthology is designed to meet the needs of Latin students today, acknowledging present constraints on their study-time. It adopts the authors' approach of their "Ecce Romani" series. To enable students to read Latin reasonably quickly, generous assistance is given with vocabulary and explanatory notes placed next to the Latin text. The meaning of difficult sentences and phrases is usually explained by literal translation rather than complex grammatical explanation, though reference is frequently made to the authors' modern grammar book "The Latin Language". An 'overview' technique helps students unravel complex sentences. Extracts are drawn from Cicero's speeches, letters and philosophical writings, thus illustrating his mastery of styles. They are also chosen to provide an interesting contemporary view of a highly significant phase of Roman history, and linked by simple historical background notes. 'Points for Discussion' highlight stylistic features, showing how Cicero's thinking on moral and social issues remains relevant to modern times.
Lawyer, philosopher, statesman and defender of Rome’s Republic, Cicero was a master of eloquence, and his pure literary and oratorical style and strict sense of morality have been a powerful influence on European literature and thought for over two thousand years in matters of politics, philosophy, and faith. This selection demonstrates the diversity of his writings, and includes letters to friends and statesmen on Roman life and politics; the vitriolic Second Philippic Against Antony; and his two most famous philosophical treatises, On Duties and On Old Age - a celebration of his own declining years. Written at a time of brutal political and social change, Cicero’s lucid ethical writings formed the foundation of the Western liberal tradition in political and moral thought that continues to this day.
Exploring the life of a prominent Roman figure, the book delves into Cicero's multifaceted roles as a statesman, lawyer, philosopher, and orator during a tumultuous period in Roman history. It highlights his commitment to optimate principles amidst political upheaval leading to the Roman Empire's rise. Cicero's significant contributions to rhetoric, philosophy, and politics are emphasized, alongside his background as a member of the equestrian order and his tenure as consul in 63 BC, showcasing his influence and legacy in Roman culture.
We know more of Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 43 BCE), lawyer, orator, politician
and philosopher, than of any other Roman. Besides much else, his work conveys
the turmoil of his time, and the part he played in a period that saw the rise
and fall of Julius Caesar in a tottering republic.
Exploring profound philosophical questions, this original translation of Cicero's work delves into the existence of gods, the divine order of the universe, and humanity's role within it. It examines whether a divine power is concerned with human affairs, offering deep insights into the nature of divinity and existence. This edition presents Cicero's thoughts in a fresh light, inviting readers to ponder these enduring inquiries.
We know more of Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 43 BCE), lawyer, orator, politician
and philosopher, than of any other Roman. Besides much else, his work conveys
the turmoil of his time, and the part he played in a period that saw the rise
and fall of Julius Caesar in a tottering republic.
'But I must stop now, I can no longer speak for tears--and my client has ordered that tears are not to be used in his defence.'Cicero (106-43 BC) was the greatest orator of the ancient world: he dominated the Roman courts, usually appearing for the defence. His speeches are masterpieces of persuasion: compellingly written, and sometimes hilariously funny. This book presents five of his most famous defences: of Roscius, falsely accused of murdering his father; of the consul-elect Murena, accused of electoral bribery; of the poet Archias, on a citizenship charge; of Caelius, ex-lover of Clodia Metelli, on charges of violence; and of Milo, for murdering Cicero's hated enemy Clodius. Cicero's clients were rarely whiter-than-white, but so seductive is his oratory that the reader cannot help taking his side. In these speeches we are plunged into some of the most exciting courtroom dramas of all time.These new translations preserve Cicero's literary artistry and emotional force, and achieve new standards of accuracy. Each speech has its own introduction discusses Cicero's public career and the criminal courts. The substantial explanatory notes guide the reader through the speeches, and offer new scholarship presented in a clear way.
Philosophical writings on “the good life” by the great Roman orator, in a vital new translation In the first century BC, Marcus Tullius Cicero, Roman orator, statesman, and defender of republican values, created these philosophical treatises on such diverse and trenchant topics as friendship, religion, death, fate, and scientific inquiry. This lucid and lively new translation renders the great Roman’s writings accessible to modern readers as never before. Cicero was a pragmatist at heart, but his philosophies were frequently personal and ethical, drawn not from abstract reasoning but from careful observation of the world. The resulting work reminds us of the importance of social ties, the question of free will, and the justification of creative endeavor. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
This volume brings together Cicero's tentative and undogmatic reflections on
the good life, in which he discusses duty, friendship, the training of a
statesman, and the importance of moral integrity in the search for happiness.
Provides a brief biographical sketch of the Roman consul and orator, and gath
his selected correspondence, in which he discusses social and political life
the Roman Empire.
The Rhetorica ad Herrenium was traditionally attributed to Cicero (106 43
BCE), and reflects, as does Cicero s De Inventione, Hellenistic rhetorical
teaching. But most recent editors attribute it to an unknown author.
The third and fourth books of Cicero's Tusculan Disputations deal with the nature and management of human first grief, then the emotions in general. In lively and accessible style, Cicero presents the insights of Greek philosophers on the subject, reporting the views of Epicureans and Peripatetics and giving a detailed account of the Stoic position, which he himself favors for its close reasoning and moral earnestness. Both the specialist and the general reader will be fascinated by the Stoics' analysis of the causes of grief, their classification of emotions by genus and species, their lists of oddly named character flaws, and by the philosophical debate that develops over the utility of anger in politics and war.Margaret Graver's elegant and idiomatic translation makes Cicero's work accessible not just to classicists but to anyone interested in ancient philosophy and psychotherapy or in the philosophy of emotion. The accompanying commentary explains the philosophical concepts discussed in the text and supplies many helpful parallels from Greek sources.
Cicero (106-43 BC) was the greatest orator of the ancient world and a leading politician of the closing era of the Roman republic. This book presents nine speeches which reflect the development, variety, and drama of his political career. These new translations achieve new standards of accuracy.
This 2001 translation of Cicero's important work on ethics does justice to the
argumentative vigour and philosophical ideas of the text, and the volume also
offers a clear and helpful introduction and notes.
'My present intention is to clear myself of any suspicion of partially by presenting the views of the generality of philosophers concerning the nature of the gods.'In The Nature of the Gods, Cicero presents a detailed account of the Greek theories of deity, examining the theologies of the Epicureans and the Stoics, together with critical objections to these doctrines raised by the Academic school. Providing vital evidence of the views of the Greek philosophers of the Hellenistic age, Cicero also casts light on the intellectual life of first-century Rome. When these Greek beliefs are translated into the Roman context they result in a fascinating clash of ideologies.This new translation of a work whose importance is becoming increasingly recognized is complemented by an invaluable introduction to the main philosophical issues, as well as substantial and helpful annotation.
Cicero's The Republic is an impassioned plea for responsible government written just before the civil war that ended the Roman Republic in a dialogue following Plato. This is the first complete English translation of both works for over sixty years and features a lucid introduction, a table ofdates, notes on the Roman constitution, and an index of names.
An engaging new translation of a timeless masterpiece about coping with the death of a loved one In 45 BCE, the Roman statesman Cicero fell to pieces when his beloved daughter, Tullia, died from complications of childbirth. But from the depths of despair, Cicero fought his way back. In an effort to cope with his loss, he wrote a consolation speech—not for others, as had always been done, but for himself. And it worked. Cicero’s Consolation was something new in literature, equal parts philosophy and motivational speech. Drawing on the full range of Greek philosophy and Roman history, Cicero convinced himself that death and loss are part of life, and that if others have survived them, we can, too; resilience, endurance, and fortitude are the way forward. Lost in antiquity, Cicero’s Consolation was recreated in the Renaissance from hints in Cicero’s other writings and the Greek and Latin consolatory tradition. The resulting masterpiece—translated here for the first time in 250 years—is infused throughout with Cicero’s thought and spirit. Complete with the original Latin on facing pages and an inviting introduction, Michael Fontaine’s engaging translation makes this searching exploration of grief available to readers once again.
"Everyone knows that Marcus Tullius Cicero was one of the great statesmen, lawyers, and effective orators in the history of Rome. But did you also know he was regarded as one of the funniest people in Roman society as well? Five hundred years after his death, in the twilight of antiquity, the writer Macrobius ranks him alongside the comic playwright Plautus as the one of the two greatest wits ever. In this book, classicist Michael Fontaine, proposes to translate selections from Cicero's great rhetorical treatise, On the Ideal Orator (De Oratore). That larger work covered the whole of rhetoric and effective public speaking and debate. However, contained within it, is a long section focused on the effective use of humor in public speaking. In it, Cicero is concerned not just with various kinds of individual jokes, but with jokes that are advantageous in social situations. He advises readers on how to make the most effective use of wit to win friends, audiences, and achieve their overall ambitions. Cicero wants to teach his readers how to tell a joke without looking like a buffoon, and how to prevent or avoid jokes from backfiring. Hence, he does give scores of examples of jokes-some of which are timeless and translate easily, others that involve puns in Latin that challenged the translator's creativity. But overall, this work brings to the fore a little known, but important part of Cicero's classic work."--
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Marcus Tullius Cicero (3 January 106 BC - 7 December 43 BC) was a Roman statesman, orator, lawyer and philosopher, who served as consul in the year 63 BC. He came from a wealthy municipal family of the Roman equestrian order, and is considered one of Rome's greatest orators and prose stylists. His influence on the Latin language was immense: it has been said that subsequent prose was either a reaction against or a return to his style, not only in Latin but in European languages up to the 19th century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it
Cicero's influence on rhetoric and philosophy is profound, as he introduced Greek thought to Rome and established a foundational Latin vocabulary. This book features two key works: "Brutus," which surveys notable Roman and Greek orators during the civil war's aftermath, and "The Orator," a critical analysis of eloquence and effective speaking style. Both pieces reflect Cicero's mastery of classical Latin and his enduring impact on the art of oratory.
Cicero, a prominent Roman statesman and philosopher, navigated the political turmoil that preceded the Roman Empire while advocating for optimate principles. Renowned for his exceptional oratory and prose, he produced a vast body of work encompassing rhetoric, philosophy, and politics. Originating from a wealthy equestrian family, he rose to the position of consul in 63 BC, leaving a lasting legacy as one of Rome's greatest intellectual figures. His writings reflect his commitment to civic duty and the complexities of governance during a transformative era.
Cicero is celebrated as a masterful forensic and political orator, with fifty-eight surviving speeches showcasing his skill, wit, and eloquence. These speeches, however, are deeply rooted in the specific historical and political contexts of their times, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the events and personal dynamics that prompted their delivery for full appreciation.
The biography details the life of Marcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent Roman orator and statesman, highlighting his early education and rise to political prominence. After beginning his career as an advocate, he traveled to Greece and Asia to refine his skills. His administration in Sicily earned him local gratitude, leading to his prosecution of the corrupt praetor Verres. Cicero's most notable achievement as consul was thwarting the conspiracy of Catiline, which solidified his reputation as a defender of the Roman Republic.
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Cicero sexaginta duobus annis, cum de senectute scripsit, Cato, senex octoginta quattuor annorum, cum Scipione Africano et Laelio de senectute disputat. In hac disputatione, personale et generale, biographicum et historicum, Romanum et Graecum, politicum et philosophicum feliciter miscentur. Dialogus, qui inter optima Cicero opera numeratur, hodie etiam consideranda praebet ad vitam plenam sensus quaerendam.
Cicero, der unbestrittene Meister der römischen Beredsamkeit in Theorie und Praxis, hat sich in mehreren Werken mit der Theorie der Rhetorik beschäftigt. Vom geplanten umfassenden Handbuch zur Rhetorik wurden nur zwei Bücher ausgearbeitet, die unter dem Titel De inventione überliefert sind. Unverkennbar ist die Nähe zu der anonymen, lange Zeit ebenso Cicero zugeschriebenen Schrift Rhetorica ad Herennium. Gegen die zunehmende Verkümmerung des Rednerideals durch eine „Versachlichung“ der rhetorischen Prxis kämpft Cicero in der kleinen Schrift De optimo genere oratorum. Zwischen dem Abfassen beider Schriften liegt ein Zeitraum von etwa 40 Jahren. De inventione (um 85 v. Chr. verfaßt) gehört zu den Jugendwerken Ciceros und mit der Rhetorica ad Herennium zu den ältesten römischen Schriften zur Rhetorik überhaupt.
»Der bekannte Spruch: Erkenne dich selbst! ist nicht nur zur Dämpfung unseres Hochmuts gesagt worden; wir sollen uns vielmehr auch über unsere Vorzüge klar werden.« (Cicero)
Von den Pflichten ist ein philosophisches Spätwerk Marcus Tullius Ciceros. Es wurde im Jahr 44 v. Chr. geschrieben und ist eines der Standardwerke antiker Ethik. In ihm werden kurzgefasst die Pflichten des täglichen Lebens behandelt, insbesondere die eines Staatsmannes. Mit officium hat Cicero das griechische καθῆκον (kathēkon) wiedergegeben, was so viel wie das einem Zukommende und im technischen Sinne die Pflicht bedeutet. De officiis ist in Briefform an Ciceros Sohn Marcus geschrieben und nicht wie viele von Ciceros philosophischen Schriften in Dialogform verfasst. Das Werk besteht aus drei Büchern, wobei das erste das ehrenhafte Verhalten behandelt, das zweite die für den Menschen nützlichen Pflichten und das dritte Buch Situationen nennt, in denen diese miteinander in Konflikt geraten können. Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 v. Chr. - † 43 v. Chr.) war ein römischer Politiker, Anwalt, Schriftsteller und Philosoph, der berühmteste Redner Roms und Konsul im Jahr 63 v. Chr.
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