Daily Routine: - Wakes up early (out of habit, not routine), starts with tough tasks, and journals first, avoiding distractions like phones. - Stays focused at work, meets people, listens to feedback and criticism. - Life isn’t just about work; Marcus enjoys boxing, wrestling, walking in nature, feeling connected to it, and reading and studying philosophy in peaceful spots. - Takes regular baths, as Romans valued bathing. Imperial Duty: - Stays calm, even in stressful moments. Marcus saw stress as a chance to practice virtue. - Never lets emotions control his actions. Reading & Writing: - Reads to learn and improve, not just for fun. - Reviews his day, noting what went right or wrong, and journals to get better. - Memento Mori: Reminds himself of his insignificance in the grand scheme of things, believing that fame and material possessions aren't that valuable. - Whenever afraid of death, he asks himself if it's because he won't be doing something important anymore. - Thinks about each day as if it were his last, pondering what he could do better if given another chance tomorrow.
Under the reign of Marcus Aurelius, one of the most brutal and well-documented campaigns of state terror and religious persecution was carried out against the empire's Christians. That’s Marcus legacy. Look it up.
This quote here is what, as an IT Manager who had to deal with that crowdstrike debacle yesterday, got me through the day to stay calm and work through coordinating our response to get our systems back up and functioning at multiple locations.
@@followyourbliss5719Donald Trump is going down in US history as the worst president ever. Even worse than the president who was only in office for like 40 days before he was killed. How can someone lie under oath andd still be allowed to run for president? He can’t even vote anymore now that he’s a convicted felon. Convicted on 34 charges… He has no morals or ethics
Ryan, your passion for Stoicism is contagious! Inspired by your content, I've started creating animations about Stoicism and Marcus Aurelius. Thank you!
Hello Mr. Ryan, you have changed my life with the knowledge and wisdom and your videos huge fan and thank you so much for what you do. I’m trying to follow your footsteps, sir. I would like to be on your caliber but right now I’m a listener in that journey will bring me to being a teacher like you. God bless you, sir. Stay safe. 🙏🏼
@@aestheticaudio6037 thank you for the knowledge and list of my friend and I always like embarking on new journeys when it comes to learning something new 😎
Epic. Definitely needed this, this morning. Going through a complete environment change. New job, got out of an abusive narcissistic relationship, moved to a new place/ new town. And I needed to be reminded to not be reactive. Thank you 🙏
I'm glad this helped you during such a transformative time. Staying grounded amidst change is crucial. If you’re looking for more support and guidance, check out Stoic Mind for additional insights and encouragement.
It’s harder than ever to be stoic in today’s world. Not impossible but it’s a serious challenge. I’ve never read meditations but I want you to order it now.
I hope that when I die, a couple thousand years after, I'll have a person like Ryan Holiday admiring my work and putting it out there for the world to see and learn
I didnt realize how much I "needed" my Daily Stoic book until I gifted my book to a friend. For year and a half I used to read that one page in the morning before I got out of bed - it helped my mindset and morning train of thoughts to be more concentrated and intentional. That Slovak translation of the book was horrible, so this time I will try to purchase the original version, which was not available at the time. I am thankfully signing up for the newsletter. Thank you very much for that work you do Ryan - the growth I have noticed in you throughout the interviews you had with Rich Roll over the years is undeniable and very inspiring. Wishing you all the best!
I’m absolutely in love with your content! 😍 As someone deeply inspired by Stoicism, I really appreciate how you bring Marcus Aurelius’s teachings to life. His wisdom on finding peace, maintaining self-discipline, and staying true to one’s principles resonates with me on so many levels. Your videos not only help me stay grounded but also push me to reflect deeper on my own journey of self-improvement. Keep spreading the knowledge and positivity-it’s making a huge impact! 💪📚
These were some simple but deep concepts of being in the moment, being intentional, and not getting absorbed in yourself, for each of these lots of practice is needed. But, Guess what? there is nothing better to do with life than to do this.
love your videos Ryan, watching a few here and there and taking extensive notes on each one. I'm determined to be a Christian Stoic and to slowly better my life
This video is truly enlightening! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what daily routine shaped the great Marcus Aurelius? The insights shared here reveal the timeless practices that built his resilience and wisdom. A must-watch for anyone looking to elevate their life! 🧠"
i know much of you here do know this, because he mentioned The Gladiator (film), the emperor who died to inherit the empire to the bad guy, was Marcus Aurelius, and he was depicted as a focused and calm philisopher emperor.
Really? Under the reign of Marcus Aurelius, one of the most brutal and well-documented campaigns of state terror and religious persecution was carried out against the empire's Christians.
He also consumed large amounts of opium as wrote about by Galan, Marcus Aureliuss Dr, in his many volumes. He talks about him needing a stronger and stronger dose as the time went on. Dr.Ammon Hillman goes over this stuff extensively in The Chemical Muse.
Hey Ryan, really enjoying these videos, like with this one on Marcus Aurelius' routine. Just want to say- I'm a Christian. As in, someone who believes Jesus to be God, and who lives with Him and for Him every day, too. I wondered what your thoughts are on Christianity? If you've you had much exposure to it or ever been interested in it at all? In the New Testament, there's a book called 'Acts'... It's based after the events of Jesus' life as given in the gospels, when the earliest followers of Jesus are trying to spread the word about Jesus and eternal life in Him across the known world at the time (like, mostly around the Mediteranean). There's this one follower called Paul, who comes to Athens to talk about Jesus. He comes across some Epicurean and Stoic philosophers (this is in Acts chapter 17, verses 16-34). These philosophers are intrigued by new ideas, like this one Paul is talking to people about- which is to do with Jesus having been crucified and now risen from the dead, so other people can live forever if they follow Him. They may die in this body/life, but there will be a new body and new, perfect world to live in for eternity, with God. This is what is called the gospel... that we are separated by default from God, because He is perfectly holy, and we are all messy/fallible people. So, Jesus (whom Christians believe is God) came to live a perfect life and then die on a cross to pay the price for all the bad stuff we do... And then came back to life, so that He took away the power of death and being separated from God forever (what the Bible calls Hell). This is for anyone/everyone who wants what Jesus has done for them... and lives with Him/for Him in this life. He basically gives us our connection to God back again! So yeah, these are the kind of things Paul would have been saying- in essence, the gospel! I guess these people were looking for more philosophical ideas, but in fact Paul is telling them about one to do with God and having this new and forever life with Him. The rest of this chapter is about how Paul relates to these Athenians within their culture, talking to them about the ways they seem religious, but then pointing them to know God, if they want to know Him. I would be intrigued to know what you thought of this chapter in Acts... chapter 17, verses 16-34. I find the Bible to be rather philosophical, especially like the 'wisdom books'... like Proverbs (which contains, funnily enough, lots of proverbs!), Ecclesiastes, Psalms. But yeah, just if you read this comment at all, I would be interested to hear how you found this chapter I mentioned from Acts! Thank you for your really engaging and insightful videos :)
I think you should interview David Popovici. He is the 19 year old winner of the 200m freestyle swimming in Paris. He has a stoic approach to life. I'm sure that after seeing his performances in Paris you will understand. The interviews he gave in romanian and international press suggest a stoic mindset. His instagram post after the 200 m win Amor fati
He was a great man who had the privilege of being raised by great mentors, a great education, and an abundance of resources, which proved to have done well for his Emperor role Some say it was his love for his wife Faustina and their children
To the worthwhile person seeing this, your dream is not dead. Don’t allow the past and current pains and hurts stop and define you. You’re more than a conqueror. Rise up and put yourself together. Keep pushing your future depends on it. I wish you all the best in life . Happy holidays all.!!
Does it surprise you? He’s a stoic. You sound like a believer. Read Acts 17 how the Apostle tried to reason with the philosophers who were of the “Stoicks”. They count the faith of Jesus and resurrection as dung.
Thanks loved the video, is there an easy to rid version of the Meditations I did buy a modern version of the book but found it hard to absorb some of it?
3:55 You placed an image of Antinous, beloved of Emperor Hadrian, in Antoninus's place. And thank you for this video. I read Marcus Aurelius' Meditations constantly, and it's good to know a specific overview of his daily routine.
Gotta love your work Ryan, keep it up! You're aiding so many people with your engagement. The books you wrote are not only frought with ideas worthy of contemplation, I'm also improving my English skills through your nice writing style. You're the best 🤌🏻
The stoics say to face them head on. Sorrow and grief are apart of life and there isn't any permanent way to avoid them. In today's day and age we have the ability to escape from the events that are happening all around, and it makes it more difficult to face our reality when we are constantly trying to escape. Console in your loved ones for support and be grateful for the time that you spend with them
That's a powerful sentiment. Following one's spiritual beliefs and avoiding distractions can be a meaningful path. For more perspectives on personal growth and philosophical insights, check out Stoic Mind.
Lol. Right? Talking a mile a minute and editing out every single pause. I've mentioned this to other content creators on YT and they say that they have to do it because people's attention spans are so short. Kind of anethema to stoicism I think. I used to watch some other channels on stoicism, and while the AI voices they all use are pretty good, the images get annoying. I probably need to just read the books. 😁
How do you comtrol just one country the size of Italy let alone multiple countries that size so far away 2000 yrs ago? It would take many months just to send and receive one message
Don’t forget that he also had the habit of conquering land, persecuting Christians getting cheated on by his wife and failed completely as a father. Day managed well indeed.
The Romans rarely conquered by invasion and tended to only do so when conflicts are thrust upon them. He did not persecute anybody but did feel that many converts to Christianity were too active and it annoyed him. His wife cheating was a conspiracy theory. His son’s behaviours are not his.
Daily Routine:
- Wakes up early (out of habit, not routine), starts with tough tasks, and journals first, avoiding distractions like phones.
- Stays focused at work, meets people, listens to feedback and criticism.
- Life isn’t just about work; Marcus enjoys boxing, wrestling, walking in nature, feeling connected to it, and reading and studying philosophy in peaceful spots.
- Takes regular baths, as Romans valued bathing.
Imperial Duty:
- Stays calm, even in stressful moments. Marcus saw stress as a chance to practice virtue.
- Never lets emotions control his actions.
Reading & Writing:
- Reads to learn and improve, not just for fun.
- Reviews his day, noting what went right or wrong, and journals to get better.
- Memento Mori: Reminds himself of his insignificance in the grand scheme of things, believing that fame and material possessions aren't that valuable.
- Whenever afraid of death, he asks himself if it's because he won't be doing something important anymore.
- Thinks about each day as if it were his last, pondering what he could do better if given another chance tomorrow.
16:16
Imagine the strength it takes to be the most powerful person in the world AND a good man
Mind boggling
If the powerful people around the world today had half of his attitude, world would be so much better
Under the reign of Marcus Aurelius, one of the most brutal and well-documented campaigns of state terror and religious persecution was carried out against the empire's Christians. That’s Marcus legacy. Look it up.
This is why 99.9% of good people never lust for power....
@@calico27 it would be a world completely unrecognizable from this sorry state
“You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
- Marcus Aurelius
@@Rayray.23 thats why i am still alive.
This quote here is what, as an IT Manager who had to deal with that crowdstrike debacle yesterday, got me through the day to stay calm and work through coordinating our response to get our systems back up and functioning at multiple locations.
How would your life improve if you adopted the daily routine that built the wisdom and resilience of Marcus Aurelius?
if you want to go deeper into the rabbit hole, 'Unveiling Your Hidden Potential' by Bruce Thornwood is a must-read
Next video from Ryan: If Marcus Aurelius had social media, he would follow these people!
???
•Elon Musk
•Donald Trump
•Miyamoto Musashi
•Sun Tsu
You're welcome
Bro keep these to ideas to yourself, this isn’t Buzzfeed
@@followyourbliss5719Donald Trump is for the white supremacists
@@followyourbliss5719Donald Trump is going down in US history as the worst president ever. Even worse than the president who was only in office for like 40 days before he was killed. How can someone lie under oath andd still be allowed to run for president? He can’t even vote anymore now that he’s a convicted felon. Convicted on 34 charges… He has no morals or ethics
Ryan, your passion for Stoicism is contagious! Inspired by your content, I've started creating animations about Stoicism and Marcus Aurelius. Thank you!
And I am your 680th subrscriber
@@Thumbansuku I really appreciate that!
A shot of Espresso for my mind first thing in the morning...is what the Daily Stoic is. Thank you Ryan, and Love your books :)
Drink warm water first thing in morning & have your espresso after breakfast!
A morning espresso is my meditation moment
Hello Mr. Ryan, you have changed my life with the knowledge and wisdom and your videos huge fan and thank you so much for what you do. I’m trying to follow your footsteps, sir. I would like to be on your caliber but right now I’m a listener in that journey will bring me to being a teacher like you. God bless you, sir. Stay safe. 🙏🏼
@@TheHumidHiker do you know what else will change tour life. Reading the Greek texts - Ammon Hillman
@@aestheticaudio6037 thank you for the knowledge and list of my friend and I always like embarking on new journeys when it comes to learning something new 😎
He knows Marcus more than the Marcus himself
Epic. Definitely needed this, this morning. Going through a complete environment change. New job, got out of an abusive narcissistic relationship, moved to a new place/ new town. And I needed to be reminded to not be reactive. Thank you 🙏
No days off … watch the compound effect. Good luck …. I’m 3 years in
@@user-wk8it7he1w resist the Hoover and all the flying monkeys
Good luck on your new journey!
I'm glad this helped you during such a transformative time. Staying grounded amidst change is crucial. If you’re looking for more support and guidance, check out Stoic Mind for additional insights and encouragement.
It’s harder than ever to be stoic in today’s world. Not impossible but it’s a serious challenge. I’ve never read meditations but I want you to order it now.
I hope that when I die, a couple thousand years after, I'll have a person like Ryan Holiday admiring my work and putting it out there for the world to see and learn
If that’s what you want trading is not the path. Arbitraging dollars out of the work of others is a profitable but useless endeavour. Build something.
I didnt realize how much I "needed" my Daily Stoic book until I gifted my book to a friend. For year and a half I used to read that one page in the morning before I got out of bed - it helped my mindset and morning train of thoughts to be more concentrated and intentional. That Slovak translation of the book was horrible, so this time I will try to purchase the original version, which was not available at the time. I am thankfully signing up for the newsletter. Thank you very much for that work you do Ryan - the growth I have noticed in you throughout the interviews you had with Rich Roll over the years is undeniable and very inspiring. Wishing you all the best!
Loved all your books. Feeling the change in life..................came to thank you for changing me :)
This guy was amazing & so are you. I appreciate this video immensely.
I love Marcus Aurelius, he is my favourite Stoic and will always be the person I think of whenever someone says 'emperor of Rome...'
I saw this video once and knew i had to come back. Took me 1.5 hours to finish it the second time. Amazing work, thank you.
Thanks. The older I get the more I realize patience and playfulness are the keys to true success.
I’m absolutely in love with your content! 😍 As someone deeply inspired by Stoicism, I really appreciate how you bring Marcus Aurelius’s teachings to life. His wisdom on finding peace, maintaining self-discipline, and staying true to one’s principles resonates with me on so many levels. Your videos not only help me stay grounded but also push me to reflect deeper on my own journey of self-improvement. Keep spreading the knowledge and positivity-it’s making a huge impact! 💪📚
The character of this man is truly unmatched
Thank you for this summary. You motivated me to buy a book on Marcus Aurelius.
These were some simple but deep concepts of being in the moment, being intentional, and not getting absorbed in yourself, for each of these lots of practice is needed. But, Guess what? there is nothing better to do with life than to do this.
love your videos Ryan, watching a few here and there and taking extensive notes on each one. I'm determined to be a Christian Stoic and to slowly better my life
You nailed the meaning of his routine.
seeing someone truly retreat inwards is so beautiful
Sage insight, as always. Thank you.
Thank For Sharing the knowledge ❤🔥🔥
This is gem of a informational content. Thanks for making this.
This video is truly enlightening! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what daily routine shaped the great Marcus Aurelius? The insights shared here reveal the timeless practices that built his resilience and wisdom. A must-watch for anyone looking to elevate their life! 🧠"
Marcus Aurelius was a good emperor. I sure do hope his son continues the trend!
Marcus is our king. For all his virtues he has given us. Men of virtues are his legion
Excellent summary.
Excellent
A Good Daily Reminder
Thank you bro 🎉
As someone who makes bookshelves, I hate how all those books are horizontal; yet I can't look away.
Glad I'm not the only one! It looks like a hoarder's house. 😉
2 Timothy 3:7 ESV - always learning and never able to arrive at a knowledge of the truth.
i know much of you here do know this, because he mentioned The Gladiator (film), the emperor who died to inherit the empire to the bad guy, was Marcus Aurelius, and he was depicted as a focused and calm philisopher emperor.
Powerful and Righteous.
Lord give us more men like this
Really? Under the reign of Marcus Aurelius, one of the most brutal and well-documented campaigns of state terror and religious persecution was carried out against the empire's Christians.
he was so brilliant its insane
Pratical, profound and valuable insights. Thanks Ryan!
Tyvm for everything Ryan!!!
🤟😎🤟
He also consumed large amounts of opium as wrote about by Galan, Marcus Aureliuss Dr, in his many volumes. He talks about him needing a stronger and stronger dose as the time went on. Dr.Ammon Hillman goes over this stuff extensively in The Chemical Muse.
Can you give me some books about stoicism?
And Alan Watts was an alcoholic who killed himself
Amazing content. This was really eye-opening for me and has inspired me to change things in my life.
Thanks a lot!, Please make Video on King Ashoka( Samrat Ashoka) and his Philosophy.🙂
Cool stuff! totally Metal(like your T-shirts)! I agree with most of his philosophy, I wish I had studied philosophy more when I was younger.
Hey Ryan, really enjoying these videos, like with this one on Marcus Aurelius' routine.
Just want to say- I'm a Christian. As in, someone who believes Jesus to be God, and who lives with Him and for Him every day, too. I wondered what your thoughts are on Christianity? If you've you had much exposure to it or ever been interested in it at all?
In the New Testament, there's a book called 'Acts'... It's based after the events of Jesus' life as given in the gospels, when the earliest followers of Jesus are trying to spread the word about Jesus and eternal life in Him across the known world at the time (like, mostly around the Mediteranean). There's this one follower called Paul, who comes to Athens to talk about Jesus. He comes across some Epicurean and Stoic philosophers (this is in Acts chapter 17, verses 16-34).
These philosophers are intrigued by new ideas, like this one Paul is talking to people about- which is to do with Jesus having been crucified and now risen from the dead, so other people can live forever if they follow Him. They may die in this body/life, but there will be a new body and new, perfect world to live in for eternity, with God. This is what is called the gospel... that we are separated by default from God, because He is perfectly holy, and we are all messy/fallible people. So, Jesus (whom Christians believe is God) came to live a perfect life and then die on a cross to pay the price for all the bad stuff we do... And then came back to life, so that He took away the power of death and being separated from God forever (what the Bible calls Hell). This is for anyone/everyone who wants what Jesus has done for them... and lives with Him/for Him in this life. He basically gives us our connection to God back again!
So yeah, these are the kind of things Paul would have been saying- in essence, the gospel! I guess these people were looking for more philosophical ideas, but in fact Paul is telling them about one to do with God and having this new and forever life with Him. The rest of this chapter is about how Paul relates to these Athenians within their culture, talking to them about the ways they seem religious, but then pointing them to know God, if they want to know Him.
I would be intrigued to know what you thought of this chapter in Acts... chapter 17, verses 16-34. I find the Bible to be rather philosophical, especially like the 'wisdom books'... like Proverbs (which contains, funnily enough, lots of proverbs!), Ecclesiastes, Psalms. But yeah, just if you read this comment at all, I would be interested to hear how you found this chapter I mentioned from Acts!
Thank you for your really engaging and insightful videos :)
I think you should interview David Popovici. He is the 19 year old winner of the 200m freestyle swimming in Paris. He has a stoic approach to life. I'm sure that after seeing his performances in Paris you will understand. The interviews he gave in romanian and international press suggest a stoic mindset. His instagram post after the 200 m win Amor fati
1. Philosopher King not only controlled entire empire but also controlled himself
2. Daily routine of Marcus Aurelius can be replicated if understood
Great video with great personal growth tactics.
Inspirational.
He was a great man who had the privilege of being raised by great mentors, a great education, and an abundance of resources, which proved to have done well for his Emperor role
Some say it was his love for his wife Faustina and their children
To the worthwhile person seeing this, your dream is not dead. Don’t allow the past and current pains and hurts stop and define you. You’re more than a conqueror. Rise up and put yourself together. Keep pushing your future depends on it. I wish you all the best in life . Happy holidays all.!!
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's people like you who change the world for the better.
Great video Ryan👍
1:40 respectfully WTF was in your back of your shirt 😕
wtf
Iron maiden the killer of the beast.
Does it surprise you? He’s a stoic. You sound like a believer. Read Acts 17 how the Apostle tried to reason with the philosophers who were of the “Stoicks”. They count the faith of Jesus and resurrection as dung.
It's the band Iron Maiden.
@@WaterandSpiritthe early Christians based some of their ideas around concepts of Stoicism. Especially those of ethics and behaviour.
ONCE STATED FOR MAN TO FOLLOW * WHAT ONE DOES IN LIFE 🤔GOES FOR A ETERNITY 💪🌹😎 MANY CANT REACH THE REAL WORTHYNESS OF ONES SOUL
Brilliant video, ty!
World is temple of God and also that we are dying every day and every minute thanks for emphasising that 🌅
Great video, helped me alot
Thanks loved the video, is there an easy to rid version of the Meditations I did buy a modern version of the book but found it hard to absorb some of it?
Awesome video thanks Ryan
Marcus Aurelius putting his alarm at 5am:
3:55 You placed an image of Antinous, beloved of Emperor Hadrian, in Antoninus's place.
And thank you for this video. I read Marcus Aurelius' Meditations constantly, and it's good to know a specific overview of his daily routine.
Great meditation to start the day=]
Thank u Ryan.
Thank you
Thanks for the wisdom, but WTH is going on with that bookshelf?
It's actually a feature in his physical bookstore; I think it's supposed to be a fireplace with books instead of bricks.
Excellent discussion
Thank you for your video what copy/translation is in this video ? thank you so much.
If I wasn't distracted by my phone, I wouldn't be watching this video.
Thank u.
I like your explaination
(The Roman Empire was only around 2M square miles btw)
Only waterfront (coasts and river sides) counts. All others are not that big too.
incredible if the most powerful homem in the world 2000 years ago with this kind of routine implemented everything
Mahalo! Ryan
Empowering.
Marcus Aurelius 2024
Amazing
Imagine the amount of royalty Marcus Aurelius would have earned from this fella
As the most powerful man in the world, he probably didn't need it...
Gotta love your work Ryan, keep it up!
You're aiding so many people with your engagement. The books you wrote are not only frought with ideas worthy of contemplation, I'm also improving my English skills through your nice writing style.
You're the best 🤌🏻
Philosophy is mostly lost in modern times. I love that Ryan is helping to keep it alive ❤
00:01:06 sitting on sand fully clothed is true stoicism! mega chad
Fantastic
Awesome.
how do you retreat into yourself ?
Repeating stoic affirmations and quotes really helps me
where can I get the book meditations?
make part
i dont think he an an alarm clock at 5am on his iphone 15
Your videos thumbnail. Just says before open it 4minute video. Now it is 17
everyone rates markus but no one asks how his servants are - those who actually are working to serve markus, the emperor
Have a question. What did the stoics say about sorrow and grief?
The stoics say to face them head on. Sorrow and grief are apart of life and there isn't any permanent way to avoid them. In today's day and age we have the ability to escape from the events that are happening all around, and it makes it more difficult to face our reality when we are constantly trying to escape. Console in your loved ones for support and be grateful for the time that you spend with them
Marcus was the main character lol
Obey God and forsake the idols
That's a powerful sentiment. Following one's spiritual beliefs and avoiding distractions can be a meaningful path. For more perspectives on personal growth and philosophical insights, check out Stoic Mind.
The Marcus statue in the bad was little scary just saying
Did you just call him a KING?!
❤❤❤❤❤
i wanna start reading book on stoicism which book should i choose first ?
Meditations is good one to start with
We need daily routine of Genghis Khan and Alexander
Lol
A fellow lefty!
Who makes the animations?
His meditation isn’t a meditation lol
Lol. Right? Talking a mile a minute and editing out every single pause. I've mentioned this to other content creators on YT and they say that they have to do it because people's attention spans are so short. Kind of anethema to stoicism I think.
I used to watch some other channels on stoicism, and while the AI voices they all use are pretty good, the images get annoying. I probably need to just read the books. 😁
How do you comtrol just one country the size of Italy let alone multiple countries that size so far away 2000 yrs ago?
It would take many months just to send and receive one message
I'm telling you. By the time the message gets there, things have changed and it no longer applies.
Delegation.
E.g. Pontius Pilate.
2:52
Don’t forget that he also had the habit of conquering land, persecuting Christians getting cheated on by his wife and failed completely as a father.
Day managed well indeed.
The Romans rarely conquered by invasion and tended to only do so when conflicts are thrust upon them. He did not persecute anybody but did feel that many converts to Christianity were too active and it annoyed him. His wife cheating was a conspiracy theory. His son’s behaviours are not his.